January 2023

Happy New Year to You

from Central Northeast Neighbors

Board and Staff!

January was named for the Roman god Janus, known as the protector of gates and doorways who symbolize beginnings and endings. Janus is depicted with two faces, one looking into the past, the other with the ability to see into the future. What a fitting symbol for this first day of the year; this month is our door into 2023 the new year.

Over 50 tons of trash are left in Times Square after New Year’s Eve celebrations. About 3,000 pounds of that is confetti — that's a lot to clean up! confetti that falls over the crowd at midnight. The confetti dropped in Times Square is holding secret messages. The confetti in Times Square has thousands of people's wishes written on them. In 2015 "wishfetti" became a part of the tradition. People write their wishes for the new year and submit them to the Wish Wall in Times Square (or online) and those wishes are turned into the confetti that falls over the crowd at midnight.

January's flower is the carnation, the birthstone is the garne and the zodiac signs are the 1st to the 19th is Capricorn and the 20th to Feb. 18 is Aquarius.

Some ideas for you to try in Central Northeast Portland in January!

• Near Rose City Park neighborhood...try Celtic Axe Throwing at the Laurelwood Pub!
• Looking for a more peaceful opportunity visit The Grotto a serene woodland sanctuary in Madison South neighborhood, features 62 acres of lush botanical gardens. No matter what time of year you visit, the Grotto offers calm, peace and introspection, transcending boundaries.
• The Hollywood Theatre is a Portland landmark with a national reputation for award-winning film programming, innovative educational programs, and providing fiscal support for local filmmakers. You can see classic and contemporary films and live performances.
• Try a coffee and baked good olvingly created on premises at Bison Coffeehouse in Cully neighborhood. Loretta Guzman, native Portlander and member of the Shoshone-Bannock tribes of Fort Hall, Idaho, is the owner of Bison Coffeehouse. It is Portland's only Native American-owned coffee shop.

Join Meetings in

Central Northeast Neighbors

Many meetings are via Zoom. Check the

Neighborhood Association Websites for updates.

Please note Central Northeast Neighbors

have new phones numbers!

Our old CNN phone numbers will continue to work till February 16. Please make a note of our new numbers!

Alison Stoll 971-438 -8734 alisons@cnncoalition.org

Ronda Johnson 971-438-8736 rondaj@cnncoalition.org

Front Desk 971-438-8735 cnnadmin@cnncoalition.org

Our CNN office hours vary, please call or email us to make an appointment!

N/NE PSAC (Portland safety action committee) Meeting

Come to the next meeting!

January 16, 2023

7:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Outline

• Introductions & Ground Rules
• Updates from Portland Police Bureau Representatives
• Guest Speake

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81329529016pwd=SW5hZ3dmL2ZnTHRjMkxsMW5KVUVQZz09

Meeting ID: 813 2952 9016

Passcode: 581718

+1 253 215 8782

Contact Ronda for information 971-438-8736 rondaj@cnncoalition.org

Central Northeast Neighborhood Coalition

DEI Training Series: Topics and Descriptions

Facilitated by Alexis Millet and Sara Curiel Paez

These trainings are Free via Zoom from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Open as space permits you will need to register to attend.

Please contact Ronda rondaj@cnncoalition.org to register.

TONIGHT at 6:00 pm

Identity-Based Privilege and Disadvantage

We will explore the historical contexts of systemic oppression, learn about social identity groups and systems of inclusion and exclusion. To advance in our DEIJ journey it is important to understand your own privilege and intersectionality, and how to leverage your privilege to interrupt power dynamics in your networks. You will learn ways to support disadvantaged groups and how to practice DEIJ values in your daily life.

Identity-Based Privilege and Disadvantage January 23, 2023

One tap mobile: +19712471195,,85371440277

Meeting URL:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85371440277?pwd=UDNodmczbW94Q1EvR0FEUCsxUDVuZz09

Meeting ID: 853 7144 0277

Passcode: 524947

Community Connects Gathering

Community Cleanup Q&A Session

February 6,2023 from 6:30-8pm.

Thinking about doing a neighborhood cleanup have questions. Not sure if it is worth your while. Join CNN staff Ronda Johnson in a Q&A about neighborhood cleanups. This meeting will be via zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88944870268?pwd=N0g3WnE5V0NxYzJIQXk3SFVnMWpVdz09

Meeting ID: 889 4487 0268

Passcode: 111492

Dial 1 346 248 7799

Save the date for your May 4,2023 financial records keeping for Neighborhoods and Coalitions with our CPA.

The Community for Positive Aging - Hollywood Senior Center

https://communityfpa.org

Greetings CFPA-HSC Community,

We are off to an active and busy start in 2023, our 50th Anniversary Year!

We are celebrating the volunteers, the members, the staff and all the people in the community that together make the Community for Positive Aging such a vibrant and active community where people are able to connect, learn and to thrive.

-In person events for January 2023

Five-week series Storytelling Class: A Slice of Life THURSDAYS, 1:00–2:00 PM • JAN. 19–FEB. 16 Plus optional storytelling event on FEB. 23 Facilitator: Tim Hahn Limited to 12 people. Registration required!



Tax Assistance at The Center THE COMMUNITY FOR POSITIVE AGING is happy to announce we are again offering in-person tax assistance through CASH Oregon at Hollywood Senior Center. Appointments will begin on February 2, 2023, and you can call to make an appointment starting Monday, January 23, 2023, at 9:00 AM. This year the appointments will be 90 minutes, and offered Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (appointment schedule below). Please note that we will continue to require masks for all tax assistance appointments. MONDAY APPOINTMENTS 1:00–2:30 PM • 2:30–4:00 PM TUESDAY APPOINTMENTS 9:00–10:30 AM • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM 1:00–2:30 PM • 2:30–4:00 PM THURSDAY APPOINTMENTS 9:00-10:30 AM • 10:30AM–12:00 PM 1:00–2:30 PM • 2:30–4:00 Registration required!

Contact the staff at Community for Positive Aging - Hollywood Senior Center register or get more information for any of these classes. RSVP at

503-288-8303 or email staff@hollywoodseniorcenter.org

To view the January Newsletter Click here

Behind on your sewer/stormwater/water bill?

The Bureau of Environmental Services and the Water Bureau offer several financial assistance programs: 

Bill discount: You may be able to get a discount on every sewer, stormwater, and water bill. Crisis voucher: If you've had a personal crisis and are enrolled in the bill discount program, you may be able to receive a voucher (a credit) of up to $500. Water Leak Repair Assistance: Do you have a leaky toilet, faucet, or pipe? If you own your home and are enrolled in our bill discount program, we may be able to fix the leak for free. For information Click Here

Do you Need a Notary Public?

We have you covered.

Central Northeast Neighbors can help you. Our own Ronda Johnson is a Notary! This is a free service from Central Northeast Neighbors. Please contact her for more information about doing curb side notaries.



I am not an attorney licensed to practice law. I am not allowed to draft legal records, give advice on legal matters, including immigration, or charge a fee for those activities,

Central Northeast Neighbors Ronda (503)823-2780 rondaj@cnncoalition.org

CNN Resource Numbers and Websites

• "You Are Not Alone" We know physical distancing creates increased concerns, but there is help. At this website, https://govstatus.egov.com/or-dhs-not-alone is a list of resources for you, friends and family, and community members. All of these help lines offer translation services and are confidential.Your personally identifying information is not required.
• Please refer to www.211info if you require a resource that cannot be found on our website. Learn about community resources: Dial 2-1-1 They have extensive information if you are looking for resources related to food, housing, energy, emergencies, childhood and parenting, and maternity services. The website provides contact and location information for service providers nearest you.
• Multnomah County and City of Portland Resource List https://multco.us/sites/default/files/health/documents/community_resource_list.pdf
• This is a Great Resource during Covid-19 Check it out! Macs List Portland Oregon https://www.macslist.org/working-in-portland/covid-19-resources-for-the-portland-community
• People with disabilities and older adults: Aging and Disability Hotline at 503-988-3646 or adrc@multco.us
• Mental health support: Multnomah Mental health Call Center at
• 503-988-4888
• Looking for the COVID resources featured in recent issues of the NEWS? These resources can now be found in https://www.multco.us/dchs/covid-19-information-resources-people-disabilities-older-adults