What is Life by Design NW?

We're a Portland-area nonprofit that guides people 50+ through life change (e.g., looking for work, re-careering, retiring and volunteering) by empowering them to discover their passion and purpose. To assist in that navigation, we provide volunteer opportunities, classes, workshops, peer-led networking events and this website.

Upcoming Events

Perspectives on Positive Aging Series: Environmental Threats to Healthy Aging

September 2, 2010 - 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Central Library U.S. Bank Room 801 SW 10th Ave.
Computer Lab

September 2, 2010 - 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., 503.988.5386
Oregon Symphony in the Neighborhoods

September 2, 2010 - 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 1020 Naito Pkwy, downtown Portland
First Thursday with Geezer Gallery

September 2, 2010 - 5:00pm - 9:00pm

935 NW 19th (corner of NW 19th and Lovejoy) by the streetcar
Job Seekers Gather for Support - Marylhurst

September 6, 2010 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Marylhurst University, Baxter Hall 17600 Pacific Highway (Hwy 43) Lake Oswego, OR

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Family Heirloom Arts Class at the Geezer Gallery

Family Heirloom Arts, Exploring the Power of Stories is a class where you'll create original artwork and write a story inspired by your family, traditions and culture! Explore how your family stories have had a significant impact in shaping who you are today and what you'll pass on to future generations.

You'll learn how to combine reproductions of your family photos and paining illustrations to create a lasting legacy. Participants will have the chance to exhibit the artwork created in the class in a special exhibition event at the Geezer Gallery in December 2010. This class is designed for beginners and experienced artists alike.

To register, contact Amy Henderson: call 971-255-0504 or email amy@geezergallery.org. $140 (half of the class fee) is required in order to hold the class.

For more information, see http://www.geezergallery.com/

September 15, 2010 - 10:30am - 12:30pm

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Maximum Connections: Job Fair

Dress for success, bring copies of your resume and be ready to network!

Talk with major companies like Columbia Sportswear, Comcast, Netflix, PHC Northwest and TJ Maxx. Employers are looking to fill the following positions: customer service, call center, claims, data entry, mail, warehouse, security officer (unarmed), supervisor, electronic technician, buyers, material handlers, administrative personnel, engineers, janitors, landscape professionals, sales, customer service, accounting, store managers, assistant managers, team managers, leasing agents and more.

For more information go to WorkinginOregon.org.

September 16, 2010 - 9:00am - 2:00pm

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Media

We're appearing on Comcast, Channel 21: Community Hotline! Look for us on Sept. 1 from 7 - 8pm or see the embedded video below (go to 25:05). For more information, view Community Hotline.

Discover, Design and Engage - Fall

Wondering what's next? You're not alone! This six-week workshop helps you figure out your passion and purpose, create an action plan and then engage in those plans.

September 29, 2010 - 6:30pm - 9:00pm

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Global Giveback: Make a Difference While Seeing the World

Volunto Voluntourism Awaits urism. It's the idea behind traveling to exotic and beautiful places to assist warm and friendly people who need that help. Join Karen Shimada, executive director and this course's instructor who has lived abroad for many years, for ideas on how to travel while volunteering.