BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:-//Calagator//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN X-WR-CALNAME:Calagator METHOD:PUBLISH VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID;X-RICAL-TZSOURCE=TZINFO:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20191103T020000 RDATE:20191103T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT CREATED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200113T204836Z DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200218T183000 DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200218T163000 DTSTAMP;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200113T204836Z LAST-MODIFIED;VALUE=DATE-TIME:20200121T170930Z UID:http://calagator.org/events/1250476684 DESCRIPTION:***Registration through Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.co m/e/pdxwit-presents-february-happy-hour-networking-event-tickets-8964747 9023] is required to gain entry to this event *** \;\n \;\nJoin us for Happy Hour at PGE on February 18th! \;\n \;\nAt our February Happy Hour we will be honoring a local legend here in Portland: Donna Ha mmond\, one of Oregon’s first black female electricians. Ms. Hammond has lived a tremendous life\, having dealt with significant cultural isolat ion within her industry. \;\n \;\nThe theme of the evening will be “Isolation at Work.” To get the conversation flowing\, the conversation prompt will be “Have you ever felt isolated at work?” \;\n \;\nWh ile the event is primarily intended for networking\, we will have a shor t segment at 5:30 pm to share important announcements and showcase membe rs of our community. \;\n \;\nHazel Valdez and Dawn Mott will be o ur emcees for the evening. \;\n \;\nA representative from our host company PGE will share what they do and what job opportunities are avai lable at the company \;\n \;\nDonna Hammond will share her story a nd highlight a local organization that is making a difference in Portlan d. \;\n \;\nDuring the event\, we’ll have more to do than free-for m networking: \;\n \;\nAn Activity Table where people can get crea tive. This is a fantastic way to meet others if large groups are not you r thing. If you have trouble finding it\, look for Meg Aul\, our Event A ctivities Director. \;\n \;\nA section for job seekers and those h iring\, to ensure people get connected. \;\n \;\nA PDXWIT voluntee r table\, where community members can learn about volunteer opportunitie s that exist within the organization. \;\n \;\nAgenda: \;\n \;\n4:30 p.m. - Doors open/Networking \;\n \;\n5:00 p.m. - Introdu ctions\, Announcements + Lightning Speakers \;\n \;\n6:30 p.m. - E vent ends \;\n \;\n \;\nEvent FAQ \;\n \;\nQ: Will there be gender neutral restrooms? \;\n \;\nA: No \;\n \;\nQ: Is t he space ADA accessible? \;\n \;\nA: Yes \;\n \;\nQ: Will th ere be food and drink at this event? \;\n \;\nA: Yes \;\n \; \nQ: What is the parking situation? \;\n \;\nA: Street parking is available with several Smart Park garages in the area \;\n \;\nQ: Is there any special information that might help me find the entrance?&# 13\;\n \;\nA: The Sky Bridge Terrace is located in 2WTC 121 SW Salmon Street. Please use either escalator at Building 1 or 3 to enter. \;\ n \;\nQ: Is there secured bike parking? \;\n \;\nA: There is an area for bicycle parking for the building. Please bring your own lock.& #13\;\n \;\nQ: Should I consider using public transportation? \;\n \;\nA: Yes \;\n \;\nQ: Can I bring my dog? \;\n \;\nA: N o\, we ask that you leave your furry friend home \;\n \;\nPurpose: \;\n \;\nPDXWIT is a community-based non-profit organization. Our purpose is to strengthen the Portland women in tech community by offeri ng educational programs\, partnerships\, mentorships\, resources and opp ortunities. We are unifying a supportive environment for current and pot ential women in tech\, all of whom are committed to helping each other. Our goal is to bring together and empower women in tech and to encourage others to pursue tech careers. This is our step towards reducing the ge nder imbalance in the industry and addressing the current negative effec ts of that imbalance on women. \;\n \;\nOur events are inclusive. ALL people who support our purpose are welcome.\n\nTags: networking\, me eting\, Science & Technology\, women in tech\n\nImported from: http://ca lagator.org/events/1250476684 URL:https://www.pdxwit.org SUMMARY:PDXWIT Presents: February Happy Hour Networking Event LOCATION:PGE PGE Sky Bridge Terrace 2WTC 121 SW Salmon Street\, Use eit her escalator at Building 1 or 3 to enter Portland\, OR 97204: 2WTC 121 SW Salmon Street\, Use either escalator at Building 1 or 3 to enter\, P ortland OR 97204 USA SEQUENCE:3 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR