YP DISCUSSION: DISEASES WITHOUT BORDERS

Diseases Without Borders (YP Discussion Group) The World Affairs Council, Young Professionals invite you to our biweekly discussion group: Wednesday, 29 April 2009 | 7:00 p.m. Laurelwood NW Public House, NW Kearney & 23rd (MAP) (Upstairs in the back room.) Germs don't respect national borders. Swine flu, Bird flu, West Nile virus, and SARS have caused global scares. Is the world health community doing what is necessary to control these diseases? Is it too late once they've made the news? Is there anything we can do to stop them before they start? For example, is global warmingto blame? What about modern food production and trade? Or is it simply a consequence of a more interconnected world? Start the discussion on our blog. Stay Informed: The Official YP Blog Facebook: Become our Friend! Submit your discussion topic ideas for future meetings.

Spring Trivia Night - May 11th

Young Professionals     Spring  Trivia Night      YP Social Event Monday, May 11th - 7:00 p.m.  at Lucky Labrador Beer Hall     Do you know which European city has the largest Muslim population?   Or what is the longest river in Oceania?  Which famous German politician changed his name from Herbert Ernst Frahm?  Or the name of Lebanon's most famous salad?   International Trivia Night - Eat, Drink & Win Prizes!   Bring your friends, or come alone (we will place you on a team). Trivia Night is a fun opportunity to acquaint and socialize with fellow Portlanders who share your zest for all things international! Spaces are limited so please RSVP!    Event Information: Monday, May 11 7:00 pm to 8:30 p.m.   Location: Lucky Labrador Beer Hall 1945 NW Quimby Portland, OR 97209

 

Tulip Festival in Woodburn till 5/3

Tulip Festival near Woodburn, OR till May 3rd Family and pet friendly Beautiful fields $10 per car weekend/$5 weekday (go b4 noon on weekend) http://www.woodenshoe.com/

PORTLAND’S FOOD CART FESTIVAL 4/18

Dutch tacos, vegan milkshakes, Schnitzelwiches, Italian meatball sandwiches—Portland's street-food scene has transcended the "roach coach" model and come into its own as a uniquely local gourmet movement with a side of ethnic flavor. These mobile kitchens turn out dishes that rival those of any brick-and-mortar restaurant, but faster and for less than $8. Only problem is, with upward of 170 carts in town, it's difficult to try them all.   That's where EAT MOBILE comes in. Here's your chance to celebrate Portland's street-food scene and sample dishes from some of Willamette Week's favorite food carts all in one place—for the recession-busting price of $5. The event is on Saturday, April 18, from 5:30–9:30 pm, at the Disjecta space at 8371 N. Interstate Avenue, conveniently located near the Denver MAX stop.    This year you'll enjoy samples from Al Forno Ferruzza, Altengartz Bratwurst, Cafe Velo, Fat Kitty Falafel, Flavour Spot, Garden State, Junior Ambassadors, Taqueria Los Gorditos, LeRoy's Familiar Vittles, Lulu's Confections, Moxie Rx, Nuevo Mexico, Sip, Soup Cycle, Tabor, The Grilled Cheese Grill and Todbott's Triangles.    https://www.mercycorpsnw.org/

Greek Rebetiko Festival 2009- Portland, Or.

Portland Rebetiko Festival 2009

Music of the Greek Urban Diaspora

Film

Thursday, April 23

Rembetiko

Award Winner :

1984 Berlin International Film Festival

1983 Thessaloniki Film Festival

Starring Sotiria Leonardou

Directed by Costas Ferris

Dispossessed and persecuted, a band of Rebetes, musicians and singers of the Greek "Blues," struggle in the early decades of 20th century Greece as their music evolves and flourishes. The drama follows the life of their female singer as history unfolds. Based on the life of Rebetissa, Marika Ninou, and called "one of the most absorbing and

provocative films to come out of the Hellenic Republic," Rembetiko features the score of renowned composer Stavros Xarhakos.

Dancing to Greek music follows.

Doors open 6:30 pm • Screening 7:00 pm

Alexis Restaurant, Upper Banquet Room

215 West Burnside • Portland, Oregon

$25 admission includes Hors d'Oeuvres

No-Host Bar

Lecture & Concert

Saturday, April 25

Christos Govetas & Pasatempo

Free Lecture 5:30 pm

Christos Govetas of Seattle's Rebetiko band,

Pasatempo, discusses the genre and demonstrates its techniques.

Hellenic-American Cultural Center & Museum

3131 NE Glisan Street • Portland, Oregon

Concert 8:00 pm

Pasatempo, acclaimed Rebetiko ensemble, plays storied songs of heartache, passion, exile and longing. The music emerged from the memories of early 20th century refugees of the Asia Minor Disaster and their underworld haunts. Hear them bring alive this intoxicating, powerful music and evoke the underground culture that nurtured

the Greek "Blues."

$15 admission • food & drink additional

Doors open at 7 pm

Fr. Elias Stephanopoulos Center

3131 NE Glisan Street • Portland, Oregon

Reservations

Paula Diamond 503.697.1066

gpdiamond@comcast.net

Chryssie Voreas 503.939.1469

portogirll2006@yahoo.com

Dinner in Dubai- April 28

Have you ever wondered about Dubai?
Have you seen the TV specials highlighting the most glitzy clubs, outrageous bars, fantastic beaches and out of this world real estate? If you are wondering about Dubai, its real estate market, social scene and traveling opportunities, please join us for "Dinner in Dubai" at Al-Amir restaurant in downtown Portland.

Native Oregonian, Michelle Diamond will be speaking about her three-month visit to Dubai and her travels around the Middle East this past winter. The evening starts at 7pm. The event costs $20 and includes a fabulous Arabic dinner and a complimentary glass of wine. We look forward to you joining us for a night of story telling, question answering and Middle Eastern flare.

 

Spaces are limited so please RSVP!

Details: 
April 28, 2009, 7 p.m.
al Amir Lebanese Restaurant, 233 SW Stark Street

Obama's European Tour (YP Discussion Group) The World Affairs Council, Young Professionals invite you to our biweekly discussion group: Wednesday, 15 April 2009 | 7:00 p.m. Laurelwood NW Public House, NW Kearney & 23rd (MAP) (Upstairs in the back room.) President Obama just returned from his first trip overseas and he covered a lot of ground, not just geographically, but policy-wise as well: the global economic crisis, repairing relations with our European allies, extending a hand to Turkey and the broader Islamic world, formulating a bold new goal in nuclear non-proliferation, and visiting the troops in Iraq. Was the trip a success? Is Obama on the right track with how he is trying to recalibrate U.S. foreign policy? Some of his efforts were part of a larger emerging strategy to change the way the U.S. engages and influences the rest of the world. Will it work? Start the discussion on our blog. Stay Informed: The Official YP Blog Facebook: Become our Friend!

SPRING BEER & WINE FEST this weekend

Friday, April 10 & Saturday, April 11, 2009 at the 15th Annual Spring Beer & Wine Fest. Hop aboard the Tour de Cheese Mingle with artisan brewers, vintners, distillers & cheese makers Nibble on tasty gourmet delights Get schooled at the Chefs Stage - and eat your homework Groove to tunes from hot NW bands Admission is free the first two hours each day. Starts at noon. http://www.springbeerfest.com/