19 20 ARTS & CULTURE GUIDE SPRING REVIEW Community Music Center CLASS REGISTRATION OPENS FEBRUARY 25. Laurelhurst Dance Studio Go to PORTLANDPARKS.ORG Multnomah Arts Center and click on the Register tab. Summer Free For All Urban Parks Programming Commissioner Nick Fish Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center Interim Director Kia Selley CITYWIDE RACIAL EQUITY GOALS AND STRATEGIES EQUITY GOAL #1 OVERALL STRATEGIES We will end racial disparities within 1. Use a racial equity framework: Use a racial equity framework that clearly articulates city government, so there is fairness racial equity; implicit and explicit bias; and individual, institutional, and structural racism. in hiring and promotions, greater 2. Build organizational capacity:Commit to the breadth and depth of institutional opportunities in contracting, and transformation so that impacts are sustainable. While the leadership of electeds and equitable services to all residents. officials is critical, changes take place on the ground, through building infrastructure that EQUITY GOAL #2 creates racial equity experts and teams throughout the city government. We will strengthen outreach, 3. Implement a racial equity lens: Racial inequities are not random; they have been public engagement, and access to created and sustained over time. Inequities will not disappear on their own. It is City services for communities of essential to use a racial equity lens when changing the policies, programs, and practices color and immigrant and refugee that perpetuate inequities, and when developing new policies and programs. communities, and support or 4. Be data driven: Measurement must take place at two levels—first, to measure the change existing services using racial success of specific programmatic and policy changes; and second, to develop baselines, equity best practices. set goals, and measure progress. Using data in this manner is necessary EQUITY GOAL #3 for accountability. We will collaborate with 5. Partner with other institutions and communities: Government work on racial equity communities and institutions to is necessary, but insufficient. To achieve racial equity in the community, government eliminate racial inequity in all areas needs to work in partnership with communities and institutions to achieve meaningful of government, including education, results. criminal justice, environmental 6. Operate with urgency and accountability: When change is a priority, urgency is justice, health, housing, felt and change is embraced. Building in institutional transportation, and economic accountability mechanisms using a clear plan of action success. will allow accountability. Collectively, we must create greater urgency and public commitment to achieve racial equity. NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Portland Parks & Recreation programs and services reflect the cultural diversity of our community. We do not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age or ability. SPECIAL NEEDS In compliance with Civil Rights laws, it is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any City program, service, or activity on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or disability. To help ensure equal access to City programs, services, and activities, the City of Portland reasonably provides: translation and interpretation services, modifications, accommodations, auxiliary aides and services, and alternative format. SCHOLARSHIPS City of Portland residents, regardless of age, who require financial assistance may apply for partial scholarships. Contact individual centers for information. TABLE OF CONTENTS Equity Goals and Strategies 2 KEY DATES FOR ARTS CENTERS Arts & Culture Overview 4 Event Highlights 6 Class Registration Start Dates Call to Artists 7 Spring Classes and Summer Camps Feb 25, 2019 ARTS EDUCATION Summer Classes April 15, 2019 COMMUNITY MUSIC CENTER 8 Note: Other Portland Parks & Recreation programs have different registration start dates. Check with specific centers CMC Calendar 9 for details. Early Childhood (Adult / Child) 10 Class Term Start Dates Youth and Teens Spring Term April 1, 2019 Group Classes and Ensembles 14 Summer Term June 17, 2019 Private Lessons 20 Note: Exceptions to these start dates apply for some classes. Adults and Teens Group Classes and Ensembles 26 Senior Recreation 31 Instrument Rentals 33 About CMC 35 CMC at Rosewood Initiative 36 LAURELHURST DANCE STUDIO 38 Adult / Child 38 Preschool 38 Youth 41 Youth Ballet Program 41 Adult 43 MULTNOMAH ARTS CENTER 44 MAC Calendar of Events 44 Youth Camps 46 Family (Adult / Child) 50 Youth and Teens Creative Fitness 53 Performing Arts (Dance, Music, Theatre) 53 Visual Arts & Crafts 61 Adults and Teens Creative Fitness 74 Literary Arts 75 Performing Arts (Dance, Music, Theatre) 78 Visual Arts & Crafts 84 About MAC 107 FREE OUTDOOR ARTS & CULTURE EVENTS INCLEMENT WEATHER SUMMER FREE FOR ALL 108 PP&R classes, activities, rentals, and sports events may be DIRECTOR PARK, GATEWAY DISCOVERY PARK canceled due to inclement weather, such as ice, snow, or & HOLLADAY PARK 110 extreme heat. Check with your PP&R facility for the most current information via phone or online at portlandparks. INTERSTATE FIREHOUSE CULTURAL CENTER 112 org. Some recreation programs may run as conditions and Citywide Recreation Guide 114 staff availability allow. Safety is a major factor in determining Payment Plans and Policies 120 operations at each PP&R facility. PP&R facilities, our social Scholarships 121 media outlets, and our website will all feature operating General Information / Inclusion Services 126 information including opening and closing times. Dear Portlanders, Did you know that the mission of Portland Parks & Recreation is to help Portlanders play? And the arts are fundamental to that mission—activating play through creativity and the imagination. It is no coincidence that we “play” the guitar or act in a “play.” Whether you are 5 or 95, our Arts & Culture programs have something for everyone to learn or enjoy. From hip hop to hula, watercolor to woodworking, or piano to puppetry… we offer classes in music, dance, theatre, creative writing, visual arts, and crafts. We also bring you free outdoor Arts & Culture events in your parks. These events feature Portland’s talented artists and reflect the vibrant cultural mosaic of our city. The arts, like all play, help kids and adults alike to learn, grow, and discover, while connecting us to self, others, and our place in the world. Arts and culture also gather us on common ground—to build community, to open us up to new and challenging ideas, and to celebrate the beauty of our differences—all the more important in these times. So let’s play! We hope to see you often in your community arts centers and parks. Soo Pak Arts, Culture & Special Events Manager Portland Parks & Recreation 4 Portland Parks & Recreation | portlandparks.org We recognize, understand, and encourage the celebration of the differences that surround us. Diversity and equity are vital to Portland Parks & Recreation’s ideals and values. Community Music Center | Southeast Portland Private music lessons, group classes and ensembles, concerts, workshops, and practice space Community Music Center at Rosewood | East Portland Full-scholarship music lessons at The Rosewood Initiative Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center | North Portland Cultural home to the African American community; re-opening in 2019 Laurelhurst Dance Studio | Southeast Portland Dance instruction in ballet, hip hop, tap, jazz, and more Multnomah Arts Center | Southwest Portland Classes in the performing, visual and literary arts; performances, gallery exhibitions, community events and more Summer Free For All | Citywide Free, family-friendly summertime movies and concerts in parks, as well as free lunches and activities for kids—all organized in partnership with community groups Urban Parks Programming Free Arts & Culture events and recreational activities at designated park plazas: • Director Park | Southwest Portland • Holladay Park | Northeast Portland • Gateway Discovery Park | East Portland Arts & Culture | portlandoregon.gov/parks/arts 5 For more information on these and other events, see the Arts & Culture online calendar at portlandoregon.gov/parks/arts. 2019 JUNE DATE EVENT LOCATION 1 Combined CMC / MAC Spring Choir MAC FEBRUARY Concert 19 Women’s Chorus Concert MAC 2 Youth Chamber Ensembles CMC MARCH 2 Youth Chamber Music CMC TBA Violin and Cello Adult Group Classes CMC 2 Youth Ballet Recital MAC 9 Youth Piano Students CMC 5 Early Music Ensembles CMC 10 Literary Arts Program Reading MAC 6 Community String Orchestra CMC 12 Adult Choir CMC 6 Spring Dance Recital MAC 13 Multnomah Chorus MAC 7, 8, 9 Studio Theatre Presents MAC 13 Early Music Ensembles CMC 8 Literary Arts Program Reading MAC 13, 14, 15 Studio Theatre Presents— 8 Youth Piano Students CMC The Doctor’s Dream: MAC 8 Youth Choir and Soloists CMC A Midsummer Night’s Adventure 9 Youth Piano Students CMC 14 Community String Orchestra CMC 12 Guitar Ensembles CMC 16 Youth Choir and Student Soloists CMC 20 Adult Group Guitar CMC CMC: Community Music Center | MAC: Multnomah Arts Center APRIL 7 Youth String Orchestra Oregon CMC Symphony Prelude (off site) 22 Chamber Music Master Class CMC TBA MAC Music Students' Recital MAC MAY 3, 4 Spring Arts & Crafts Sale Benefiting MAC Arts Education 4 Annual CMC Faculty Showcase Concert CMC 31 Youth Orchestras,