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Columbia River Peace CorpsAssociationServing our community
Engaging the world
October 2017 Newsletter ndash Volume 37 Issue 10
Our biggest event in September was the first Mercy Corps - Peace Corps Networking MixerThere was a fun icebreaker involving all 100+ in attendance and folks with opportunities wereencouraged to chat with folks seeking opportunities
Today begins CRPCAs FY2018 In this newsletter youll find CRPCAs FY2017 report of ouractivities in what was a very busy year for us
New link Like us on Facebook
2018 International Calendars for sale nowEach year CRPCA sells the beautiful wall calendars produced by the RPCVs of MadisonWisconsin to help fund our Grant Program The International Calendar contains art andfascinating details (books films music recipes) from every featured country plus holidaysfrom all 140 Peace Corps countries and the US
We provide two ways to get the 2018 calendars ($12 each) into your hands
In person At all CRPCA events until theyrsquore sold outVia our neighborhood vendors See the list below
Please see our Checkout page to pay for calendars We accept cash checks to ldquoCRPCArdquo orplasticPayPal Note that due to rising shipping costs we no longer offer calendars through themail
Here are our neighborhood vendors with 2018 calendars for sale
Beaverton amp Hillsboro Lesly Sanocki 503-690-3391 cal_westside AT crpcaorgClackamas Gordon Young 503-631-2876 cal_clackamas AT crpcaorgLloyd District Bill Stein 503-830-0817 cal_lloyd AT crpcaorgNortheast amp Southeast Portland Phyllis Shelton 503-704-6298 cal_ne_se AT crpcaorgNorthwest amp Downtown Portland Erin Gettling 971-404-4308 cal_northwest ATcrpcaorgSouthwest Portland Rosemary Furfey 503-245-0819 cal_southwest AT crpcaorgVancouver WA Mike Waite 360-314-4117 cal_vancouver AT crpcaorg
Also for sale
The following non-date-sensitive items are only available at select CRPCA events
Peace Note Cards ($10 for a set of 8) featuring past International Calendar imagesPerpetual Calendars ($10 each) for noting dates you want to remember each year
Volunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildCRPCAs Mitch Auerbach has organized our first Habitat build in a couple years for Saturday1104 He encourages CRPCA members to sign up to volunteer today as there are only 15 spotsavailable and theyre first-come first-served
Were volunteering at the Helensview Build Site 6328 NE Killingworth Ct in Portland The daybegins at 830 am and ends at 330 pm
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Habitat for Humanity on Saturday November
4th on behalf of Columbia River Peace Corps Association In order to volunteer each participantmust register through Habitatrsquos online system using the link below A strict registration deadlineensures our ability to provide your team a safe and fun volunteer day and makes check-in themorning of your build quick and easy Participants who have not registered before the deadlinewill be unable to volunteer Thank you for your cooperation
Build day Saturday November 4th
Registration Deadline Friday October 20th
To register please visit httpcolumbiariverpcapdxhabitatvolunteerhubcom
If you already have an account on Volunteer Hub skip to step 4 If you are new to Volunteer Hub follow steps 1 through 8 below
1 Click the ldquoregisterrdquo button Create a username and password (make a note of this informationso you can access project details at a later time) and click next
2 Fill out the required User Details review the waiver liability form and click next3 Review your entered information and confirm your registration by clicking next4 Log in to your account
5 Your project should be listed near the bottom of the page under Upcoming Events Review theproject date and time then click ldquosign uprdquo
6 Review the Event Registration information and click ldquonextrdquo 7 Review the confirmation of your registration and if correct click ldquofinishrdquo
8 You will shortly receive an email with project details Please click ldquocontinuerdquo
Congratulations You have successfully completed registration for the event If you are havingtrouble completing registration please email Tor Ostrom at torhabitatportlandmetroorg
Musical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youThe CRPCA board meets 4-6 times a year and each board position comes with responsibilitiesSeveral board members have left or are about to leave our board We seek to elect membersto our openopening board positions when we next meet on Oct 8 With thanks to recently departed board members Krystal Lum and Gordon Young heres the current status of our board All terms expire April 30 2018 except where noted otherwise
President Tom DeMeo (Ghana 1980-1982 amp Botswana 1982-1984)Secretary Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005)
Treasurer Phyllis Shelton (Honduras 1986-1988) Education Coordinator Open for election 10082017
E-update Editor Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017Fundraising Coordinator Rosemary Furfey (Botswana 1976-1978)Grants Coordinator Joel Salter (Sierra Leone 1986-1988)
Membership Coordinator Bill Stein (Niger 1990ndash1993) Networking Coordinator Open for election 10082017
Newsletter Editor Sean Rose (Ghana 1988-1990) Program Coordinator Ian Ross (Rwanda 2010ndash2012) through 12312017
Scheduling Coordinator Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005) Service Coordinator Mitch Auerbach (Guatemala 1980-1982) through 10312017
Social Media Coordinator Tabatha Rood (Ghana 2014-2016) Webmaster Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017
Please e-mail Tom DeMeo at president AT crpcaorg if you are interested in an open or openingboard position You can view basic position descriptions at httpwwwcrpcaorggovernance-documentsboard-resoluton-1-potential-officers
CRPCA annual report for FY2017This annual report of CRPCArsquos activities and membership covers the period from October 12016 to September 30 2017 Our FY2017 financial report will follow in a future newsletter
We increased our support for refugees
We continued our sponsoring relationship with the Li family from ChinaIn May we began a sponsoring relationship with the Alyafi family from SyriaIn July our members moved furniture for a newly arrived refugee familyOur members taught our sponsored refugee families English and advocated for oursponsored refugee families in schools and the communityWe launched a Refugee Support fund with disbursements paying for driving lessons andschool supplies
Our grants spanned the globe$1000 was awarded to Atakora Junior High School toward brush control technology for aschool garden in Donkorkrom Ghana$1000 was awarded to Manyasa Friends Secondary School toward roofing material fortwo classrooms in Bungoma Kenya$500 was awarded to Full Basket Belize toward scholarships for female high schoolstudents throughout Belize$500 was awarded to Kahle Kahle toward Sparkle amp Shine house-cleaning training foryoung mothers in Manzini Swaziland$500 was awarded to Neay Reay Secondary School toward a sports court in ChhoukCambodia$500 was awarded to The Land of Canaan Foundation toward a sheep pen and shelter inZababdeh Palestine
We volunteered together frequently
At our five service shifts at St Andreacute Bessettersquos Evening Hospitality (December AprilMay July and September) we served hearty meals to people surviving poverty andhomelessness in downtown PortlandAt our three service shifts at the Oregon Food Bank (October December and April) wesorted bagged and boxed food to promote food security in Oregon and southwestWashingtonWe had single service shifts with Clay Street Table (January) Dress for Success(March) Light of Hope (May) and Kateri House (June)
Our programs were varied and interesting
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
2018 International Calendars for sale nowEach year CRPCA sells the beautiful wall calendars produced by the RPCVs of MadisonWisconsin to help fund our Grant Program The International Calendar contains art andfascinating details (books films music recipes) from every featured country plus holidaysfrom all 140 Peace Corps countries and the US
We provide two ways to get the 2018 calendars ($12 each) into your hands
In person At all CRPCA events until theyrsquore sold outVia our neighborhood vendors See the list below
Please see our Checkout page to pay for calendars We accept cash checks to ldquoCRPCArdquo orplasticPayPal Note that due to rising shipping costs we no longer offer calendars through themail
Here are our neighborhood vendors with 2018 calendars for sale
Beaverton amp Hillsboro Lesly Sanocki 503-690-3391 cal_westside AT crpcaorgClackamas Gordon Young 503-631-2876 cal_clackamas AT crpcaorgLloyd District Bill Stein 503-830-0817 cal_lloyd AT crpcaorgNortheast amp Southeast Portland Phyllis Shelton 503-704-6298 cal_ne_se AT crpcaorgNorthwest amp Downtown Portland Erin Gettling 971-404-4308 cal_northwest ATcrpcaorgSouthwest Portland Rosemary Furfey 503-245-0819 cal_southwest AT crpcaorgVancouver WA Mike Waite 360-314-4117 cal_vancouver AT crpcaorg
Also for sale
The following non-date-sensitive items are only available at select CRPCA events
Peace Note Cards ($10 for a set of 8) featuring past International Calendar imagesPerpetual Calendars ($10 each) for noting dates you want to remember each year
Volunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildCRPCAs Mitch Auerbach has organized our first Habitat build in a couple years for Saturday1104 He encourages CRPCA members to sign up to volunteer today as there are only 15 spotsavailable and theyre first-come first-served
Were volunteering at the Helensview Build Site 6328 NE Killingworth Ct in Portland The daybegins at 830 am and ends at 330 pm
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Habitat for Humanity on Saturday November
4th on behalf of Columbia River Peace Corps Association In order to volunteer each participantmust register through Habitatrsquos online system using the link below A strict registration deadlineensures our ability to provide your team a safe and fun volunteer day and makes check-in themorning of your build quick and easy Participants who have not registered before the deadlinewill be unable to volunteer Thank you for your cooperation
Build day Saturday November 4th
Registration Deadline Friday October 20th
To register please visit httpcolumbiariverpcapdxhabitatvolunteerhubcom
If you already have an account on Volunteer Hub skip to step 4 If you are new to Volunteer Hub follow steps 1 through 8 below
1 Click the ldquoregisterrdquo button Create a username and password (make a note of this informationso you can access project details at a later time) and click next
2 Fill out the required User Details review the waiver liability form and click next3 Review your entered information and confirm your registration by clicking next4 Log in to your account
5 Your project should be listed near the bottom of the page under Upcoming Events Review theproject date and time then click ldquosign uprdquo
6 Review the Event Registration information and click ldquonextrdquo 7 Review the confirmation of your registration and if correct click ldquofinishrdquo
8 You will shortly receive an email with project details Please click ldquocontinuerdquo
Congratulations You have successfully completed registration for the event If you are havingtrouble completing registration please email Tor Ostrom at torhabitatportlandmetroorg
Musical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youThe CRPCA board meets 4-6 times a year and each board position comes with responsibilitiesSeveral board members have left or are about to leave our board We seek to elect membersto our openopening board positions when we next meet on Oct 8 With thanks to recently departed board members Krystal Lum and Gordon Young heres the current status of our board All terms expire April 30 2018 except where noted otherwise
President Tom DeMeo (Ghana 1980-1982 amp Botswana 1982-1984)Secretary Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005)
Treasurer Phyllis Shelton (Honduras 1986-1988) Education Coordinator Open for election 10082017
E-update Editor Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017Fundraising Coordinator Rosemary Furfey (Botswana 1976-1978)Grants Coordinator Joel Salter (Sierra Leone 1986-1988)
Membership Coordinator Bill Stein (Niger 1990ndash1993) Networking Coordinator Open for election 10082017
Newsletter Editor Sean Rose (Ghana 1988-1990) Program Coordinator Ian Ross (Rwanda 2010ndash2012) through 12312017
Scheduling Coordinator Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005) Service Coordinator Mitch Auerbach (Guatemala 1980-1982) through 10312017
Social Media Coordinator Tabatha Rood (Ghana 2014-2016) Webmaster Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017
Please e-mail Tom DeMeo at president AT crpcaorg if you are interested in an open or openingboard position You can view basic position descriptions at httpwwwcrpcaorggovernance-documentsboard-resoluton-1-potential-officers
CRPCA annual report for FY2017This annual report of CRPCArsquos activities and membership covers the period from October 12016 to September 30 2017 Our FY2017 financial report will follow in a future newsletter
We increased our support for refugees
We continued our sponsoring relationship with the Li family from ChinaIn May we began a sponsoring relationship with the Alyafi family from SyriaIn July our members moved furniture for a newly arrived refugee familyOur members taught our sponsored refugee families English and advocated for oursponsored refugee families in schools and the communityWe launched a Refugee Support fund with disbursements paying for driving lessons andschool supplies
Our grants spanned the globe$1000 was awarded to Atakora Junior High School toward brush control technology for aschool garden in Donkorkrom Ghana$1000 was awarded to Manyasa Friends Secondary School toward roofing material fortwo classrooms in Bungoma Kenya$500 was awarded to Full Basket Belize toward scholarships for female high schoolstudents throughout Belize$500 was awarded to Kahle Kahle toward Sparkle amp Shine house-cleaning training foryoung mothers in Manzini Swaziland$500 was awarded to Neay Reay Secondary School toward a sports court in ChhoukCambodia$500 was awarded to The Land of Canaan Foundation toward a sheep pen and shelter inZababdeh Palestine
We volunteered together frequently
At our five service shifts at St Andreacute Bessettersquos Evening Hospitality (December AprilMay July and September) we served hearty meals to people surviving poverty andhomelessness in downtown PortlandAt our three service shifts at the Oregon Food Bank (October December and April) wesorted bagged and boxed food to promote food security in Oregon and southwestWashingtonWe had single service shifts with Clay Street Table (January) Dress for Success(March) Light of Hope (May) and Kateri House (June)
Our programs were varied and interesting
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Volunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildCRPCAs Mitch Auerbach has organized our first Habitat build in a couple years for Saturday1104 He encourages CRPCA members to sign up to volunteer today as there are only 15 spotsavailable and theyre first-come first-served
Were volunteering at the Helensview Build Site 6328 NE Killingworth Ct in Portland The daybegins at 830 am and ends at 330 pm
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Habitat for Humanity on Saturday November
4th on behalf of Columbia River Peace Corps Association In order to volunteer each participantmust register through Habitatrsquos online system using the link below A strict registration deadlineensures our ability to provide your team a safe and fun volunteer day and makes check-in themorning of your build quick and easy Participants who have not registered before the deadlinewill be unable to volunteer Thank you for your cooperation
Build day Saturday November 4th
Registration Deadline Friday October 20th
To register please visit httpcolumbiariverpcapdxhabitatvolunteerhubcom
If you already have an account on Volunteer Hub skip to step 4 If you are new to Volunteer Hub follow steps 1 through 8 below
1 Click the ldquoregisterrdquo button Create a username and password (make a note of this informationso you can access project details at a later time) and click next
2 Fill out the required User Details review the waiver liability form and click next3 Review your entered information and confirm your registration by clicking next4 Log in to your account
5 Your project should be listed near the bottom of the page under Upcoming Events Review theproject date and time then click ldquosign uprdquo
6 Review the Event Registration information and click ldquonextrdquo 7 Review the confirmation of your registration and if correct click ldquofinishrdquo
8 You will shortly receive an email with project details Please click ldquocontinuerdquo
Congratulations You have successfully completed registration for the event If you are havingtrouble completing registration please email Tor Ostrom at torhabitatportlandmetroorg
Musical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youThe CRPCA board meets 4-6 times a year and each board position comes with responsibilitiesSeveral board members have left or are about to leave our board We seek to elect membersto our openopening board positions when we next meet on Oct 8 With thanks to recently departed board members Krystal Lum and Gordon Young heres the current status of our board All terms expire April 30 2018 except where noted otherwise
President Tom DeMeo (Ghana 1980-1982 amp Botswana 1982-1984)Secretary Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005)
Treasurer Phyllis Shelton (Honduras 1986-1988) Education Coordinator Open for election 10082017
E-update Editor Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017Fundraising Coordinator Rosemary Furfey (Botswana 1976-1978)Grants Coordinator Joel Salter (Sierra Leone 1986-1988)
Membership Coordinator Bill Stein (Niger 1990ndash1993) Networking Coordinator Open for election 10082017
Newsletter Editor Sean Rose (Ghana 1988-1990) Program Coordinator Ian Ross (Rwanda 2010ndash2012) through 12312017
Scheduling Coordinator Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005) Service Coordinator Mitch Auerbach (Guatemala 1980-1982) through 10312017
Social Media Coordinator Tabatha Rood (Ghana 2014-2016) Webmaster Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017
Please e-mail Tom DeMeo at president AT crpcaorg if you are interested in an open or openingboard position You can view basic position descriptions at httpwwwcrpcaorggovernance-documentsboard-resoluton-1-potential-officers
CRPCA annual report for FY2017This annual report of CRPCArsquos activities and membership covers the period from October 12016 to September 30 2017 Our FY2017 financial report will follow in a future newsletter
We increased our support for refugees
We continued our sponsoring relationship with the Li family from ChinaIn May we began a sponsoring relationship with the Alyafi family from SyriaIn July our members moved furniture for a newly arrived refugee familyOur members taught our sponsored refugee families English and advocated for oursponsored refugee families in schools and the communityWe launched a Refugee Support fund with disbursements paying for driving lessons andschool supplies
Our grants spanned the globe$1000 was awarded to Atakora Junior High School toward brush control technology for aschool garden in Donkorkrom Ghana$1000 was awarded to Manyasa Friends Secondary School toward roofing material fortwo classrooms in Bungoma Kenya$500 was awarded to Full Basket Belize toward scholarships for female high schoolstudents throughout Belize$500 was awarded to Kahle Kahle toward Sparkle amp Shine house-cleaning training foryoung mothers in Manzini Swaziland$500 was awarded to Neay Reay Secondary School toward a sports court in ChhoukCambodia$500 was awarded to The Land of Canaan Foundation toward a sheep pen and shelter inZababdeh Palestine
We volunteered together frequently
At our five service shifts at St Andreacute Bessettersquos Evening Hospitality (December AprilMay July and September) we served hearty meals to people surviving poverty andhomelessness in downtown PortlandAt our three service shifts at the Oregon Food Bank (October December and April) wesorted bagged and boxed food to promote food security in Oregon and southwestWashingtonWe had single service shifts with Clay Street Table (January) Dress for Success(March) Light of Hope (May) and Kateri House (June)
Our programs were varied and interesting
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
President Tom DeMeo (Ghana 1980-1982 amp Botswana 1982-1984)Secretary Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005)
Treasurer Phyllis Shelton (Honduras 1986-1988) Education Coordinator Open for election 10082017
E-update Editor Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017Fundraising Coordinator Rosemary Furfey (Botswana 1976-1978)Grants Coordinator Joel Salter (Sierra Leone 1986-1988)
Membership Coordinator Bill Stein (Niger 1990ndash1993) Networking Coordinator Open for election 10082017
Newsletter Editor Sean Rose (Ghana 1988-1990) Program Coordinator Ian Ross (Rwanda 2010ndash2012) through 12312017
Scheduling Coordinator Erin Gettling (Ukraine 2003-2005) Service Coordinator Mitch Auerbach (Guatemala 1980-1982) through 10312017
Social Media Coordinator Tabatha Rood (Ghana 2014-2016) Webmaster Bill Stein (Niger 1990-1993) acting Open for election 10082017
Please e-mail Tom DeMeo at president AT crpcaorg if you are interested in an open or openingboard position You can view basic position descriptions at httpwwwcrpcaorggovernance-documentsboard-resoluton-1-potential-officers
CRPCA annual report for FY2017This annual report of CRPCArsquos activities and membership covers the period from October 12016 to September 30 2017 Our FY2017 financial report will follow in a future newsletter
We increased our support for refugees
We continued our sponsoring relationship with the Li family from ChinaIn May we began a sponsoring relationship with the Alyafi family from SyriaIn July our members moved furniture for a newly arrived refugee familyOur members taught our sponsored refugee families English and advocated for oursponsored refugee families in schools and the communityWe launched a Refugee Support fund with disbursements paying for driving lessons andschool supplies
Our grants spanned the globe$1000 was awarded to Atakora Junior High School toward brush control technology for aschool garden in Donkorkrom Ghana$1000 was awarded to Manyasa Friends Secondary School toward roofing material fortwo classrooms in Bungoma Kenya$500 was awarded to Full Basket Belize toward scholarships for female high schoolstudents throughout Belize$500 was awarded to Kahle Kahle toward Sparkle amp Shine house-cleaning training foryoung mothers in Manzini Swaziland$500 was awarded to Neay Reay Secondary School toward a sports court in ChhoukCambodia$500 was awarded to The Land of Canaan Foundation toward a sheep pen and shelter inZababdeh Palestine
We volunteered together frequently
At our five service shifts at St Andreacute Bessettersquos Evening Hospitality (December AprilMay July and September) we served hearty meals to people surviving poverty andhomelessness in downtown PortlandAt our three service shifts at the Oregon Food Bank (October December and April) wesorted bagged and boxed food to promote food security in Oregon and southwestWashingtonWe had single service shifts with Clay Street Table (January) Dress for Success(March) Light of Hope (May) and Kateri House (June)
Our programs were varied and interesting
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Our grants spanned the globe$1000 was awarded to Atakora Junior High School toward brush control technology for aschool garden in Donkorkrom Ghana$1000 was awarded to Manyasa Friends Secondary School toward roofing material fortwo classrooms in Bungoma Kenya$500 was awarded to Full Basket Belize toward scholarships for female high schoolstudents throughout Belize$500 was awarded to Kahle Kahle toward Sparkle amp Shine house-cleaning training foryoung mothers in Manzini Swaziland$500 was awarded to Neay Reay Secondary School toward a sports court in ChhoukCambodia$500 was awarded to The Land of Canaan Foundation toward a sheep pen and shelter inZababdeh Palestine
We volunteered together frequently
At our five service shifts at St Andreacute Bessettersquos Evening Hospitality (December AprilMay July and September) we served hearty meals to people surviving poverty andhomelessness in downtown PortlandAt our three service shifts at the Oregon Food Bank (October December and April) wesorted bagged and boxed food to promote food security in Oregon and southwestWashingtonWe had single service shifts with Clay Street Table (January) Dress for Success(March) Light of Hope (May) and Kateri House (June)
Our programs were varied and interesting
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
November Solving the Water Crisis in the Worldrsquos Most Forgotten Country Water forGoodrsquos Jay Hocking shared videos of difficult work bringing clean drinking water toremote parts of the Central African RepublicDecember Swaziland The Hidden Kingdom Swaziland PCV Jordan Ricketts (2014-2017) talked about current Peace Corps initiatives in Swaziland and what hersquos learned inhis first two years of Peace Corps serviceJanuary Refugee 101 Catholic Charitiesrsquo Hannah Macfarlane inspired our volunteers tosponsor a second refugee familyFebruary Point West Credit Union A Declaration of Service amp Beliefs Point WestCredit Union CEO Amy Nelson spoke of PWCUrsquos dedication to Oregonians who historicallylack access to banking servicesMarch African Road CRPCArsquos Jennifer Hatton (Rwanda 2013-2015) described AfricanRoadrsquos work with a community impacted by HIVAIDS in Rwanda and with victims ofhuman trafficking in TanzaniaMay Cycling the back roads of Cuba Scenes from a friendly country CRPCArsquos ChrisDearth presented images of his 2000 km bicycle voyage across CubaJune World Affairs Council of Oregon World Affairs Council of Oregon PresidentDerrick Olsen led a discussion of ways they would like to partner with organizations likeCRPCA
We engaged our communityOur Job Search Support Group gathered ten times (every month but December andAugust)Our International Development Happy Hour happened in October January April andJuly Our partner organizations in IDHHs are IRCO Jubilee Oregon RESULTS Portlandand Womenrsquos International Leadership and LearningIn February we sponsored the Cascade Festival of African FilmsIn September we co-hosted the first Mercy Corps ndash Peace Corps Networking Mixer
We liked talking about our Peace Corps experiences
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Our Writersrsquo Workshop gathered ten times (every month but December and January) toenhance participantsrsquo writing skillsWe assisted Peace Corps recruiters by providing speakers for Home for the Holidays(December) Peace Corps Week (March) Story Slam (March) Peace Corps Send-Off(May) and Pride Festival (June)We received community speaker requests for World AIDS Day (December) and forCascade Festival of African Films (February)
We read and discussed 3668 pages
October The Drums of Africa (2007) by Tim Schell RPCV Central African Republic(1988-1989) The author participated in our discussion in personNovember In Order to Live A North Korean Girlrsquos Journey to Freedom (2015) byYeonmi Park with Maryanne VollersDecember I Am Malala How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed theWorld (2013) by 2014 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai with Christina LambJanuary Unbowed A Memoir (2006) by 2004 Nobel Peace Prize laureate WangariMaathaiFebruary Even Silence Has an End My Six Years of Captivity in the ColombianJungle (2010) by Ingrid BetancourtMarch Chinarsquos Second Continent How a Million Migrants are Building a New Empirein Africa (2014) by Howard FrenchApril Phobos amp Deimos Two Moons Two Worlds (2016) by John Moehl RPCVCameroon (1968-1973) The author participated in our discussion in personMay Slithering South (2002) by Steve Van Beek RPCV Nepal (1966-1969) The authorparticipated in our discussion in personJune Midnightrsquos Children (1980) winner of the 1981 Man Booker Prize and the 2008Best of the Bookers by Salman RushdieAugust Homegoing (2016) by Yaa GyasiSeptember In Europersquos Shadow Two Cold Wars and a Thirty-Year Journey ThroughRomania and Beyond (2016) by Robert D Kaplan
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
We camped in the summer
In June we held our 9th annual Family Campout at Pine Point Campground on TimothyLake in Mt Hood National ForestIn July our members attended the 27th annual Northwest Regional Peace CorpsCampout at South Beach State Park near Newport Oregon hosted by the West CascadePeace Corps Association
We found more excuses to gather
Our Siacute se puede occurred once veces todos los meses sin octubre
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
We shared stories and drinks at eight Pub Nights in the months without InternationalDevelopment Happy HoursWe dined together at three Restaurant Gatherings for Korean cuisine in October andfor Ethiopian cuisine in November and SeptemberFor the second year in a row we offered an average of 85 events per month May wasour month with the most events (12) August was our month with the fewest events (6)
Our board was productive
At our four Business Meetings (October January April and September) we awardedgrants elected officers and determined our budget and priorities for FY2018One decision we reached this year was fundraising for Refugee Support (see above)We also initiated dues amnesty Henceforth expired members can continue to receivecommunications from CRPCA untilunless they opt out If expired members later renewtheir membership theyrsquoll have voting rights at business meetings and could serve on ourboard
Our Salon Francophone occurred diz fois chaque mois sauf janvier et juillet
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
We sent 40 e-updates to our current members generally weekly in the weeks withoutnewslettersWe published 12 newsletters to our members and on our websiteWe built a new Facebook pageWe surveyed our members about book club selections in November and about serviceactivity preferences in AprilWe migrated our WordPress-format website to a much faster ISP
Folks kept joining and renewingCRPCA has 205 member households and 251 individual members3 of our members are currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers25 of our members are Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in their free first year ofmembershipCRPCArsquos members have served or are serving in 80 different countries Among ourmembers 22 served in the Peace Corps twice 7 served in the Peace Corps three timesand 1 served in the Peace Corps six timesThe most frequent countries of service among our members are Ghana (9 members)Ecuador and Malawi (8 members each) and Morocco Nicaragua Niger Philippines andSierra Leone (7 members each)
Here is the breakdown of our PCVRPCV members by first year of service
1960s 211970s 131980s 181990s 112000s 142010s 24
We raised funds toward next yearrsquos grantsIn the fall and winter we sold 2017 International CalendarsIn June we benefited from a Fundraising Pub Night at Migration Brewing
We communicated on multiple platforms
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Please bring a dish to share to the 6pm potluck dinner After dinner starting at 7pm we will havea brief business meeting to elect folks to openopening board positions and award up to$3000 in grants and then well have a program by CRPCAs Nicola Dino (Ecuador 1995-1997)on the Committee for a Museum of the Peace Corps Experience Hosted by Anne Kimberly503-234-4094
Tuesday 1010 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 1922 NE 12th Ave in Portland The book toread is Sky Burial An Epic Love Story of Tibet (2005) by Xinran Feel free to bring snacks toshare See our Book Club page for more details Hosted by Ann and Roger Crockett 801-388-8235
Monday 1016 700 pm to 900 pm - Writers Workshop - 4308 SE Lexington St in PortlandHosted by Bill Stein please confirm your attendance by calling 503-830-0817 or e-mailingmembership AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1017 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Que Pasa Cantina 1408 SE 12th Ave inPortland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1030 630 pm to 900 pm - International Development Happy Hour - LuckyLabrador Tap Room 1700 N Killingsworth St in Portland Co-hosted by CRPCA IRCO JubileeOregon RESULTS-Portland and Womens International Leadership and Learning An informalgathering to share information resources and network and just plain chat over food and drink
November 2017
Saturday 1104 830 am to 330 pm - Habitat Build - Helensview Build Site 6328 NEKillingworth Ct in Portland See above in this newsletter for how to reserve a volunteer spot
Tuesday 1107 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - Las Primas 3971 N Williams Ave Ste103 in Portland Practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1113 630 pm to 830 pm - Writers Workshop - 3748 SE Salmon St in PortlandHosted by Lee Norris please confirm your attendance by calling 503-236-0998 or e-mailingwriters AT crpcaorg Please bring both something to read and a snackdrink to share
Tuesday 1114 630 pm to 800 pm - Book Club - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland The book toread is The Nightingale of Mosul A Nursersquos Journey of Service Struggle and War (2010)by Susan Luz (RPCV Brazil 1972-1975) Feel free to bring snacks to share See our Book Clubpage for more details Hosted by Anne Kimberly 503-234-4094
Monday 1127 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
CRPCA October to December events
October 2017
Sunday 1008 600 pm to 800 pm - Potluck Gathering - 4261 SE Alder St in Portland
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Tuesday 1219 700 pm to 830 pm - Book Club - 7008 Kansas St in Vancouver WA Thebook to read is The Embassy A Story of War and Diplomacy (2016) by Dante Paradiso(RPCV Kenya 1993-1995) Participating in our discussion via Skype will be DanteParadiso the books author Feel free to bring snacks to share See httpcrpcaorgbook-clubfor more details Hosted by Mike and Jane Waite 360-314-4117
CRPCA membership reportby Bill Stein Membership Coordinator
On September 30 2017 CRPCA has 251 active members in 205 households of which 7members are currently serving PCVs and 64 members are in their free first year
On September 30 2016 we had 280 active members in 240 households of which 13 memberswere currently serving PCVs and 105 members were in their free first year
In September 2017 we gained 8 new members Fred Bruderlin (Guatemala 1967-1970) JeriCash (Ghana 2015-2017) Robyn King (Niger 2009-2011) Nicole Miller (Benin 2015-2017)Trevor Mooney (Philippines 2011-2013) Matthew Sakow (Burkina Faso 2012-2014) NolanUhlich (Cambodia 2015-2017) and Kelly Viernes (Lesotho 2015-2017) Welcome
In September 2017 the following 18 members renewed Greg Acker (Colombia 1968-1971)Pamela Akini (Kenya 2013-2014) Bob Arias (Colombia 1964-1966 and 2011-2013 Uruguay1968-1973 Argentina 1993-1995 Panama 2009-2010 and 2013-2014 and Paraguay 2010-2011) Peggy Bromley (Peru 1964-1966 Uganda 1965-1969 and Malaysia 1970) MichaelColombo (Sierra Leone 1969-1970) Jessica Duke (Benin 1989-1991 and Malawi 1992-1993)Aaron Eubank (Rwanda 2013-2015) Jack Honey (Russia 2000-2002) Gabrielle Josephson(Uzbekistan 1996-1998) Andrew Judkins (Bulgaria 2005-2007 and Ukraine 2017-2019) BetsyMinthorn (Philippines 1966-1967) Mary Lynn Parodi (Peru 1964-1966) Emily Roth (Niger 1982-1984) Scott Urbatsch (Malawi 1990-1992) Jackie Van Anda (Honduras 1976-1978) AndreaVargo (Philippines 1962-1964) and Marjan Wazeka (Pakistan 1963-1965) Thank you
In September 2017 dues amnesty was extended to 9 lapsed members of whom 4 were in theirfree first year We also added 19 expired members to our dues amnesty list upon their request
December 2017
Tuesday 1212 630 pm to 800 pm - Siacute se puede - At the home of Kristen Jackson E-mailespanol AT crpcaorg for the address and details Please bring a dish to share for the potluckdinner and practice your Spanish with other RPCVs Se aceptan todos los niveles
Monday 1218 630 pm to 900 pm - Pub Night - Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St inPortland This is a great way to link up with other RPCVs hear interesting stories from around theworld and grab a drink and a bite to eat among good company
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has two new job postings in Portland for Contract Specialistsopen to current and former federal employees with eligibility status If interested apply byOctober 16 at the following sites Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480884700
Usajobsgovgetjobviewdetails480885200
Member seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal AidCRPCA member Diane Henkels (Central African Republic 1990-1992) invites folks to sponsorher participation in the Lawyers Campaign for Equal Justice
Im asking you to support Legal Aid in Oregon and me with your dollars for my 10 minutes ofstand up comedy on 101317 Laff-Off I need to raise $2500
Thanks to a Lane Community College standup comedy class around 1997 I am an ExperiencedComedian (titter) With loads of practice (canned laughter)
Click here to donate httpcej-oregonorglafoff-dianeshtml Today tomorrow oryesterday please
You are more than welcome to join for the occasion and I am scheduling a conference call(may possibly be a zoom) for those who would like to see my warm up routine on10917 630 pm If you are interested in dialing or connecting in via a free program e-maildhenkelsactionnetnet and Irsquoll include your e-mail in the list of those receiving thatconnection information
2018 International Calendars for sale nowVolunteer now for our Nov 4 Habitat buildMusical chairs on the CRPCA board - we want youCRPCA FY2017 annual reportCRPCA October to December eventsCRPCA membership report Two new job postings with US Fish and WildlifeMember seeks sponsors for Laff-Off for Legal Aid
Inside this newsletter
