THYMOS EVENT 2008 - JULY 11-12 & JULY 18, 2008

Thymos believes in the importance of literature for minority communities in the United States. We promote intellectual self-determination, and we believe that the arts are an important part of self-determination. To this end, we are bringing three pioneers of Asian American literature and arts to the Portland area to share their experiences and philosophy. Not only will Mr. Chin, Mr. Choy, and Mr. Inada serve as an inspiration to potential Asian American writers and scholars, but they will also offer their knowledge to future Asian American activists and leaders. For information about Thymos, please go to our website at www.thymos.org or call Byron at 503-316-3642. Click here for events information.

Friday, July 11 at 5:30 pm at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in the Vey Conference Room Thymos will screen Curtis Choy’s documentary “What’s Wrong With Frank Chin” on. The documentary presents the life’s work of Frank Chin, who is widely recognized as one of the most influential Asian American dramatists and writers of the 20th century. Immediately after the film, we will host a presentation with the filmmaker Curtis Choy. Audiences will be encouraged to ask questions and engage Mr. Choy, who will discuss the history of Asian American independent film.

Saturday, July 12 at 10:30 am, author Frank Chin will tell traditional Chinese stories to young people at the Beaverton City Library. After the reading, he will talk to parents and activists about the importance of preserving cultural myths and stories for young Asian Americans. He will also talk about the challenges facing Asian American culture today.

Friday, July 18 at 6:00 PM, Oregon Poet Laureate Lawson Inada will host a Coffee Chat at a location to be announced. He will share his experiences in activism and literature, and he will lead the audience members in a dialogue.
 

WORKSHOP - BEYOND WAR: EXPANDING OUR VOICES FOR PEACE - JULY 12, 2008

The Center for Intercultural Organizing (CIO) would like to invite you and your organization to participate in Beyond War: Expanding Our Voices For Peace. This is a one-day workshop designed specifically for diverse immigrants and refugees currently living in Oregon. Through this popular educational workshop, we will collectively examine how 9/11 and changing U.S. policies have affected our communities, and how our personal stories can enrich a more inclusive peace movement in Oregon.

As immigrants and refugees living in Oregon, many of us have direct experience with U.S. foreign policy, militarization and war, and are essential voices of peace in our community. While our stories emerge occasionally at rallies or in print, immigrants and refugees have much more to offer the peace movement in Oregon. Contact Lisa Reed Guarnero, Civic Engagement Program Director, 503-287-4117. Click here for event information.

Date:        July 12, 2008 (Saturday)
Time:       9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Place:      The Center for Intercultural Organizing (CIO)
               2808 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd - Suite 13
               Portland, OR 97212

Limited Space - Prior registration is required by June 30th. To register, please visit:
http://interculturalorganizing.org.master.com/texis/master/search/+/form/Beyond%20War%20Registration.html
 

2008 COUNCIL of FILIPINO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION - CONFERENCE - AUGUST 9, 2008

The Council of Filipino American Association (CFAA) of Oregon and Southwest Washington will hold its 2008 Convention on Saturday, August 9, 2008 at the Monarch Hotel in Clackamas, Oregon. This one-day convention is specially planned for both Filipinos and non-Filipinos around the area who want to know more about the Philippines as well as the rich cultural heritage of the Filipino people. (Your organization/association here) is one of several CFAA associates.

Revolving around the theme “Coming Together,” the convention provides opportunities for expanding the participants’ horizon of relationships while also enriching their Filipino-American experience. Convention highlights include informative workshops and updates on Philippine issues and/or Filipino concerns, and exhibits and/or displays by CFAA affiliates and businesses that support and promote Filipino-American interests and civic causes.

Special guests and speakers at the convention are Philippine Ambassador to the United States Willy Gaa and Consul General Marciano Paynor, Jr. Another special feature is the “Consulate-on-Wheels” composed of consular officers from San Francisco who will provide various consular services such as passport issuance and/or renewal, dual citizenship applications, authentication of legal documents, etc. One of the highlights of the evening’s dinner-and-dance event will be the oath taking ceremony for the new dual citizens, administered by His Excellency, Ambassador Gaa, and assisted by Consul General Paynor.

Registration fee is $20 (with lunch) for the day events, $35 for the dinner and dance, or $50 for both if paid by July 31. Questions pertinent to “Consulate-on-Wheels” may be directed to Eric Tadeo at (360) 690-0774 or e-mail at evcntadeo@msn.com. For questions about the convention or for registration, please contact Gideon Z. Alegado at (541) 757-7728 or e-mail at Gideon.Alegado@oregonstate.edu. Click here for event information.

Date:        Sat, August 9, 2008
Time:       10:00 am - 4:00 pm (conference), 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (dinner / dance)
Place:       MONARCH HOTEL, 12566 SE 93rd Ave, Clackamas, OR 97015