Parkrose High School
12003 NE Shaver St
Portland , OR 97220
March 4, 2023
9:30 am – 2:30 pm
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
REPAIR CAFÉ | Bring one item to be fixed by a Repair PDX volunteer, while learning how to do it yourself! Volunteers will do their best to repair items, but do not guarantee a complete repair. You may bring one of the following: Small countertop appliance, Clothing, or Bike repair. Repair PDX with Bikes for Humanity
10:00 AM
SAVINGS WITH COMMUNITY SOLAR | The Oregon Community Solar Program gives thousands of Oregonians the opportunity to go solar without needing to own a home, have a sunny roof, or make upfront payments. Through this program, you subscribe to a large off-site solar project and get a credit on your utility bill. Community Energy Project can help income qualified customers can sign up. Community Energy Project
HEALTHY HOMES: LESSONS ON INDOOR AIR QUALITY | Air pollution in Multnomah County is year-round, and affects everyone’s health, especially older adults, pregnant people, and young children. Learn how to improve the health of your household by using simple, cost-effective tools to monitor and improve indoor air quality. Multnomah County Environmental Health
HOUSEHOLD EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS | Learn the steps to take now to keep you and your household safe in emergencies and disasters, including power outages, ice storms, and wildfires. Community Energy Project
WATER QUALITY & HOME PLUMBING MAINTENANCE | Protect your family from lead in your home’s water and receive a free test kit. Plus, get tips for maintaining your hot water heater, troubleshooting low water pressure, and addressing other important drinking water quality issues. Portland Water Bureau
11:00 AM
BUILD YOUR CREDIT FOR FINANCIAL SUCCESS | BMany of us use credit on a regular basis, from taking out a loan to purchase a car to using a credit card for everyday purchases. Understanding credit is critical to managing your finances. In this workshop, you’ll learn a few key concepts to help you successfully manage your credit. Financial Beginnings Oregon
GARDEN OF EATIN’: VEGETABLE GARDENING TIPS FOR SPRING | Whether you’re gardening in pots or a garden plot, this workshop will help you take steps now to ensure that your vegetable garden will be a success this summer! You’ll learn about soil, fertilizer, starting vegetables from seed – including making seed tape, sowing seed, and growing transplants – and developing
a planting plan that will yield year-round fresh produce. OSU Extension Service Master
Gardener Program
HOME AS A SYSTEM | Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, this workshop will give you knowledge and tools to keep your home warm, comfortable, and energy efficient. You’ll learn how windows, insulation, air leaks, filters, and your heating system all impact your home – and how to identify issues and fix them. Plus, you’ll receive an energy savings kit and learn how to access additional resources. Multnomah County Weatherization
AHORROS CON SOLAR COMUNITARIO | El Programa de Solar Comunitario les da a miles de Oregonianos la nueva oportunidad de utilizar Solar sin necesidad de tener su propia casa, o tener un techo con sol, o pagos por adelantado. Muchas personas están suscritas a un gran proyecto solar compartido en ubicación remota y reciben un crédito en su factura de electricidad. Community Energy Project
Noon
INTRO TO NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE | Learn what naturopathic medicine is and how it’s used. Plus, get tips on the medicinal benefits of common garden herbs you may already have at home. National University of Natural Medicine
LEAD POISONING PREVENTION WORKSHOP | Did you know old household paint, old plumbing, and soil can contain lead? Find out how to test where lead might be, why avoiding exposure to lead is important for your family’s health, and resources to help you avoid lead poisoning. Community Energy Project
NAVIGATING DISASTERS: A ROADMAP TO PROTECTING YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR WALLET | Learn tools and tips to get your insurance and finances prepared in case of a disaster. You’ll hear how to secure your financial documents, create a home inventory, and check your insurance coverage. Plus, understand your rights, maximize your insurance policy benefits during a disaster, and avoid scammers and access recovery resources afterwards. Oregon Division of Financial Regulation
SAVING WATER MAKES CENTS! | Learn where Portland gets its water and how you can save water and money at home. Get tips for managing your water and sewer costs while being a good steward of our water supply. And receive free water conservation devices, including a new showerhead! Portland Water Bureau
1:00 PM
HOME AS A SYSTEM | Whether you’re a renter or a homeowner, this workshop will give you knowledge and tools to keep your home warm, comfortable, and energy efficient. You’ll learn how windows, insulation, air leaks, filters, and the heating system all impact your home – and how to identify issues and fix them. Plus, you’ll receive an energy savings kit and learn how to access additional resources. Multnomah County Weatherization
PREVENCIÓN DE AVENAMIENTO CON PLOMO | Descubra los efectos en la salud y las fuentes más comunes de exposición al plomo, incluida la pintura vieja en el hogar, el agua potable y el suelo. Tome medidas preventivas básicas para eliminar la exposición al plomo y proporcione recursos locales para ayudar a eliminar el envenenamiento por plomo. Community Energy Project
CANCELED — UNDERSTANDING YOUR UTILITY BILLS | This workshop has been canceled. Contact Oregon Citizens’ Utility Board for resources.
VIRTUAL VILLAGES AND REAL FRIENDS WHO HELP | Learn what a virtual village is and how belonging to one, or volunteering for one, can be fun and rewarding. Hear examples of how virtual villages build community among people who aren’t close neighbors, and how they keep members healthier, happier, and safer. North Star Village PDX