Living on $511 a month

For the month of April, p:ear board member Caroline Fitchett is experiencing what it's like to live on $511. Why only $511? That is the equivalent income of someone working 15 hours a week at minimum wage or the average fixed income of a section 8 voucher participant in Portland. Follow Caroline's journey on her tumblr page that has photos and commentary on what it's been like to live on an extremely tight budget.

p:ear board member Barry Sanders, "a human defibrillator"

p:ear board member Barry Sanders was recently nominated as a finalist for the 2011 Oregon Book Award for not just one, but two books. Congratulations, Barry!

Watch what Barry has to say about Lenny Bruce, coffee and happiness here.

"Don't be Elfish" holiday party, December 16th

p:ear cordially invites you to "Don't be Elfish," a holiday party hosted by p:ear board member Paul Finlay of Tychon Development and social media wizard Trent Finlay. Not only will you be treated to holiday treats (both booze and sweets), live music and swag bags, but the party will benefit a several Portland non-profits.

So get your reindeer sweater, fill a flask to spike the eggnog, slip some mistletoe in your back pocket and get ready to ho ho ho the night away!

Festivities include:
• Live creation of gingerbread house collaboratively decorated by the nonprofits 
• Portland Art Cards and performance by Aaron Trotter 
• Handmade Almond Toffee by Mike Calder of Vollie Austin Toffee 
• Complimentary holiday gift bags with schwag and goodies 
• Live holiday music by the Carri Bella Combo • FREE BOOZE + GREAT FOOD!

Thurs December 16 

6-9pm 

2804 NE 31st Ave, Portland 97212 

No cover, BUT prepare to donate! 

Dress Code: Sexy Santa!

Feeling extra philanthropic?

Bring canned food and clothes for the Sunshine Division