Archive for March, 2010
Here are this weekend’s free events. Have fun!
All weekend
Better Living Show: Entertainment, presentations, kids activities, exhibitors, and more, all focused on the topic of sustainable living. Portland Expo Center.
Friday, March 26
Free admission to Portland Art Museum from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Norwegian crime writer Jo Nesbo will talk about his latest book at Murder by the Book, 7:00 pm.
Author Cherie Priest will talk about her novel “Boneshaker” at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 7:00 pm.
Saturday, March 27
Pearl District Bunny Hop: A number of merchants in the Pearl will offer free treats, kids activities, and more. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Musician, vegan, and social activist Moby will talk about his book “Gristle: From Factory Farms to Food Safety (Thinking Twice about the Meat We Eat),” a collection of essays from 10 contributors. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside, 4:00 pm.
Couponing 101: Learn how to use coupons to dramatically decrease the amount you spend on groceries and household items. Rockwood Library, 1:00 pm.
Dr. Seuss’ Horton: Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre will bring the words of Dr. Seuss to life. Gregory Heights Library, noon.
Costumes for Ramona: Children ages 4–10 and their families are invited to make costumes like Ramona Quimby would. North Portland Library, 11:00 am.
Guided nature walk: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike at Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 10:00 am.
Sunday, March 28
Turbo goal setting: Speaker Phil Mandel will teach you how to use Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to learn the goal-setting techniques of top achievers. Central Library, 12:30 pm.
Edible landscaping: This class will provide information on choosing plants for the home landscape that are edible and aesthetically pleasing. St. Johns Library, 2:00 pm.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check Portland on the Cheap and PDX Pipeline.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
March 25th, 2010
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
Saturday, March 20
Pooches on the Green: Dogs and their friends are invited to celebrate St. Paw-trick’s day at Beaverton City Park from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Live music, Irish dancing, contests, and more.
Jeff Garlin of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” will talk about his book “My Footprint,” which documents his year-long journey to reduce his physical footprint and his carbon footprint. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside, 2:00 pm.
Sunday, March 21
Kids Reading Fair: This event for pre-kindergarten to middle school kids includes crafts, games, an obstacle course, a puppeteer, and storytelling performances. Every student will receive a free, new book. University of Portland, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
World Water Day 2010: Musicians, speakers, and nonprofit organizations come together to raise awareness for the worldwide need for safe drinking water. World Trade Center, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Portland Opera Preview: “Trouble in Tahiti”: This lecture/concert includes historical background, composer information, and musical selections. Central Library, 2:00 pm.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check Portland on the Cheap and PDX Pipeline.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
March 18th, 2010
Hi, we’re back!
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend
Imago Theatre’s “Tick Tack Type”: “Five men and four women are dropped from a chute into a stark empty room to discover themselves as participants in a strange typing academy.” March 12 and 13 at 8:00 pm; March 14 at 3:00 pm. All tickets are free and can be reserved by emailing imagotheatre@gmail.com.
Friday, March 12
Ecoroof Portland: Come learn how ecoroofs work, why they’re important, and what’s next for Portland’s rooftops and skyline. Left Bank Annex, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Saturday, March 13
Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration at Edgefield: An all-day party featuring live music, bagpipers, Irish dancers, food and drink specials, and more.
Kell’s St. Patrick’s Irish Festival: Free family activities on Saturday and Sunday until 5:00 pm.
Free Family Day at Washington County Museum: Art and history activities from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Kenton Library Grand Opening Celebration: Enjoy activities for adults and kids at this new library on North Denver Avenue, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Ecoroof Portland: Come learn how ecoroofs work, why they’re important, and what’s next for Portland’s rooftops and skyline. Left Bank Annex, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Portland Urban Iditarod: Watch teams of “dogs” (barking humans) pull “sleds” (shopping carts) through the streets of Portland. The race is full, but spectator information will be posted on the event website on Friday.
One Eskimo will perform at Music Millennium at 7:00 pm.
Sunday, March 14
Free admission at the Portland Art Museum: Enjoy free admission from noon to 5:00 pm and family activities presented by the Northwest Film Center.
Kell’s St. Patrick’s Irish Festival: Free family activities on Saturday and Sunday until 5:00 pm.
NE Portland St. Paddy’s Day Parade: Starts at 11:00 am at Fernwood/Cleary School.
Indian music: The Swaranjali Academy of Indian Music will be performing different forms of north Indian classical music, including sargam, lakshangeet, tarana and dhrupad. Central Library, 2:00 pm.
Sunday Cinema Classics: Watch “Easter Parade” at St. Johns Library, 2:00 pm.
Temper Trap will perform at Music Millennium at 1:00 pm.
March 11th, 2010
We’re taking a break this week due to illness. We’ll be back next week!
To find free and low-cost events, visit Portland on the Cheap.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
March 4th, 2010
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