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This page is updated frequently with events that change hearts and minds and support our great work!

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Join Sisters and the AMA in a
Struggle for Justice

Join Sisters and other members of the Albina Ministerial Alliance Coalition for Justice and Police Reform this Thursday March, 11th at 3pm at Allen Temple 4236 NE 8th (at Skidmore). We are demanding greater police accountability and more oversight from the Independent Police Review Commission.

Check out our Take Action page for more information and watch for many more rallies and meetings!

Sew Lovely for Sisters!

Our wonderful friends over at Bolt Fabric Boutique are featuring Sisters throughout the month of April. This means they’ll be sharing information about us with their customers through in-store displays and blog postings. On April 16th, Bolt will be donating a portion of their proceeds to Sisters! Please support Sisters and this fabulous local business!

Last Thursday Art Sale Fundraiser

Art collector? Bare walls and shelves to fill? Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 29th, 2010. Local art gallery Jennifer Wells Design (1614 NE Alberta Street) will be holding a benefit sale for Sisters Of The Road during the popular “Last Thursday” event. (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more information, 503-740-3917. Another great event for our crafty Sisters community!

In Mulieribus

Sisters is partnering with local vocal ensemble In Mulieribus (Greek for “amongst women”) for their 2009-2010 season. Part of the proceeds from their concerts will benefit Sisters Of The Road! Their next concert will be held Sunday, May 2nd, 2010 at 2pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral, 1716 NW Davis in Portland. Tickets are $20 for Premium seating, $15 Regular seating and $12 Students/Seniors. Information on buying tickets can be found at In Mulieribus’ website.

In Mulieribus is dedicated to the promotion and enrichment of community through the art of music with a focus on works written primarily before 1750. It accomplishes this mission through live, historically informed, professional performances; through sound recording projects; and through relationships and donations made to local not-for-profit organizations that support women in need.

Michael Jackson Tribute to Benefit Sisters - Coming May 7th

Details are still in the works, but we do know that the show is scheduled for Friday, May 7th at 9pm at the Someday Lounge - and it’s going to be amazing.  Slated to open is Leapin’ Louie Lichtenstein - “the most explosive Lithuanian Jewish Cowboy Juggling Comedian to ever come out of Oregon!” Then the music will go all night!

Keep checking back here for more details!

Golden West Building Exhibit

The Golden West Building, 707 NW Everett at Broadway, has a permanent exterior exhibit telling the social and ethnic story of the vibrant African American community in Portland in the early 1900s and the successes and challenges of its residents. Check out the online version, and check out the exhibit in person next time you stop by Sisters!

Personalist Center Events

Our Personalist Center, located next to our cafe at 137 NW Davis, hosts a number of free, cross-class community events. Please join us:

• Knitting Circle Wednesdays. Join us from 10:00 am to 12:30 every Wednesday. All skill levels welcome, basic materials provided.
• Nonviolence Trainings: Open to all. Come back soon or check our Events Calendar for the schedule. These trainings variously cover: the roots of nonviolence philosophy; identifying acts of violence; issues of power and class; and practical skills of interrupting violence.
• Civic Action Group usually meets the second and fourth Saturday, 12-3pm. People with experience with homelessness are welcome to attend. Contact Devin for more info: (503) 222-5694 ext. 16, or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Got a question about the PC?  Contact the PC Manager for more information at 503-222-5694 x25.

Systemic Change Events

To learn about great events being held by our Systemic Change program, click here!

Volunteer Training

Volunteering at Sisters can be wonderfully rewarding. Volunteer orientations are held the third Tuesday of every month. The next Volunteer Training is being held in the Cafe on Tuesday, March 16th from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. To learn more or to sign up, contact Volunteer Coordinator Lucilene at 503-222-5694, x 43 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)