Bloom & Brand: Creative Growth, Smart Sharing, and IP Protection
2026-05-26 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Every creative idea has value, and protecting that value starts with understanding your intellectual property. But most people are building, sharing, and collaborating without fully knowing what they own or how to protect it.
This collaborative workshop brings together a designer, marketer, and attorney for a practical conversation on building your brand and safeguarding your creative assets. We will cover the different kinds of IP you may have, including your brand name, logo, and internal company creations, as well as the IP you produce for clients or collaborators. You will also learn how to share your ideas and content confidently on social media, in partnerships, and in campaigns without losing ownership or credit. Leave with a stronger understanding of how to grow, protect, and promote your creative work in ways that support lasting success.

Hosted by: Narwhal Law & Business Strategy
Presenters: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA, Renee Garcia, Victoria Proppe
Registration: Via Eventbrite, https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

CORAL Chats: Community Organization Roundtable – Ask A Lawyer
2026-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
A free monthly space to ask questions, learn together, and strengthen your work

Running a nonprofit, mutual aid group, small business, or community-focused organization often comes with more questions than answers.
CORAL Chats is a space for leaders, founders, volunteers, and community builders to gather, ask practical legal questions, and learn from one another. Each session blends an informal roundtable conversation with guidance on governance, compliance, liability, contracts, partnerships, and more.
Grounded in a community business law approach, this space is designed for people doing meaningful work across sectors. Whether you are building a nonprofit, running a small business, or organizing in your community, you will find relevant insights and shared learning.
Come with your questions, leave with clarity and connections. Whether you are just getting started or have been leading for years, this space is designed to help you keep your work strong, safe, and sustainable. Resource sharing is encouraged, so if someone mentions a need or opportunity during the session, feel free to offer support, connections, or tools that may help.
What to Expect:

Open Q&A with a nonprofit and business attorney
Practical, plain-language answers
Peer learning and connection across organizations and businesses
Opportunities to share resources, connections, and support with one another

Please Note:This is a shared group setting. These sessions provide general education and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, so please avoid sharing sensitive information. For individualized legal advice, please schedule a private consultation.
Presenter: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA
Hosted by: Narwhal Law & Business Strategy
Registration: Via Eventbrite, https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

Community Harvest Mondays
2026-06-22 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-29 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-20 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-27 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-10 10:00 - 14:00 and 14 more dates | WSU Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St, VANCOUVER, WA, 98665, United States
Community Harvest Mondays is a weekly volunteer gathering rooted in stewardship, shared labor, and food access. Each Monday, community members join us in the field to support seasonal maintenance and harvest fresh produce for local food distribution.
Volunteers participate in hands-on agricultural work, planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, and packing, while learning how food moves from soil to community. A portion of each harvest supports local food access efforts, helping ensure fresh, culturally relevant produce reaches families in our area. Volunteers are also invited to take home a share of the harvest as appreciation for their time and contribution.
This is an opportunity to build practical skills, connect with the land, and take part in a consistent, meaningful effort to grow and share food with dignity and care.
No prior experience is necessary. All are welcome.

Nonprofit Board Basics That Actually Matter: How Boards Are Supposed to Work… and How They Actually Do
2026-06-23 11:30 - 13:00 | Zoom
Nonprofit boards are often told how they are supposed to work, but the reality can look very different. When roles are unclear, power is misunderstood, or structure is missing, things can quickly become confusing or ineffective.
This session breaks down both the rules and the reality of board service. We will cover where authority actually lives and how it is delegated, the differences between board and staff roles, and how officers and committees function in practice. We will also explore how bylaws guide decision-making and what effective meetings look like, including a practical overview of Robert’s Rules of Order.
You will learn how fiduciary duties show up in real situations, how to navigate conflicts of interest, and how to recognize and address common board challenges like disengagement, overstepping, and decision-making outside of meetings.
Whether you are new to board service or looking to strengthen your current board, this session will help you move from confusion to clarity and from theory to practice.
What to Expect:

Clear understanding of how boards are supposed to function and how they often operate in reality
Practical guidance on board vs. staff roles and boundaries
Overview of bylaws, officers, and committee structures
Basics of effective meetings and decision-making
Real-world explanation of fiduciary duties and conflicts of interest
Insight into common board challenges and how to navigate them

Presenter: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA
Hosted by: Narwhal Law & Business Strategy
Registration via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

Raíces Gala: Fundraiser & Awards Ceremony
2026-06-25 18:00 - 21:00 | The Redd on Salmon Street, 831 SE Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97214, United States
We are pleased to invite you to join us on Thursday, June 25th, 2026, for our 1st Annual Raíces Gala: Fundraiser & Awards Ceremony.
The Raíces (Roots) Gala brings together community leaders, advocates, artists, and supporters to celebrate the resilience of our culture while investing in the wellbeing and future of Latine families across the Portland Metro Area.
This special evening will raise critical funds to support the culturally specific services provided by El Programa Hispano Católico. These services are rooted in dignity, belonging, and opportunity for the individuals and families we serve.
We hope you will join us for this meaningful evening of celebration, community, and collective impact.

CORAL Chats: Community Organization Roundtable – Ask A Lawyer
2026-07-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
A free monthly space to ask questions, learn together, and strengthen your work

Running a nonprofit, mutual aid group, small business, or community-focused organization often comes with more questions than answers.
CORAL Chats is a space for leaders, founders, volunteers, and community builders to gather, ask practical legal questions, and learn from one another. Each session blends an informal roundtable conversation with guidance on governance, compliance, liability, contracts, partnerships, and more.
Grounded in a community business law approach, this space is designed for people doing meaningful work across sectors. Whether you are building a nonprofit, running a small business, or organizing in your community, you will find relevant insights and shared learning.
Come with your questions, leave with clarity and connections. Whether you are just getting started or have been leading for years, this space is designed to help you keep your work strong, safe, and sustainable. Resource sharing is encouraged, so if someone mentions a need or opportunity during the session, feel free to offer support, connections, or tools that may help.
What to Expect:

Open Q&A with a nonprofit and business attorney
Practical, plain-language answers
Peer learning and connection across organizations and businesses
Opportunities to share resources, connections, and support with one another

Please Note:This is a shared group setting. These sessions provide general education and do not create an attorney-client relationship. Confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, so please avoid sharing sensitive information. For individualized legal advice, please schedule a private consultation.
Presenter: Michael Jonas, JD, MBA
Hosted by: Narwhal Law & Business Strategy
Registration via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/narwhal-law-and-business-strategy-86998676433

The Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival
2026-08-07 10:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-09 10:00 - 20:00 | Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St, Vancouver, W, 98660, United States
Get ready to dive into a world of electrifying creativity Aug. 7-9, with the Vancouver USA Arts & Music Festival at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, Washington!
There is so much to explore at this free festival, with outdoor stages, local art vendors, a festival art exhibition, family activities and more. Esther Short Park will transform into a playground of creativity, where every corner holds a surprise waiting to be discovered.
Immerse yourself in the rhythm of world-renowned violinist Pinchas Zukerman, acclaimed pianist Shelly Berg and celebrated cellist Julian Schwarz as they perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA under the direction of Maestro Salvador Brotons and Maestro Gerard Schwarz.
Brought to you by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA and the City of Vancouver, this festival is the city’s signature cultural event that celebrates culture, community and the unbridled joy of experiencing the arts together.
Learn more at www.vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com
