Archive for June, 2010
Very soon, big screens will go up in parks all over the Portland area. Flickering in the twilight will be “Avatar,” “Alice in Wonderland,” ”An American in Paris,” loads of family films, and more: all free. Many events offer pre-movie entertainment too. Here’s your guide to it all.
Portland parks: Assorted evenings from July 2 to September 10.
“Flicks on the Bricks” at Pioneer Courthouse Square: Friday evenings from July 23 to August 20.
Multnomah Arts Center: July 2, August 6, September 10.
Ecotrust Building: Thursdays through September 2, 7:30 pm.
Beaverton City Park: Friday evenings in August.
Other Beaverton parks: Wednesday evenings in August.
Vancouver parks: Friday evenings in July.
Mary S. Young Park in West Linn: Saturday evenings in August.
Memorial Park in Wilsonville (under “City Seasonal Events,” click “Movies in the Park”): July 16 & 23; August 13 & 27.
Tualatin Commons: Saturday evenings from July 3 to August 21.
North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District: Friday and Saturday evenings from July 9 to August 14 (except July 30 & 31).
Main St. Park in Gresham: Friday evenings in August.
Bridgeport Village: July 21 & 28, August 4 & 11.
New! Milwaukie: August 13: “Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” (original 1971 film) at Milwaukie Covenant field next to Linwood Elementary School.
If you know of any other opportunities to see free movies, please write a comment.
June 30th, 2010
Jazz, funk, pop, rock, blues, country, and more. Free summer concerts are here! If you know of any more, please write a comment.
Portland Neighborhood Concerts: Assorted days in July and August.
Washington Park Summer Festival: August 5-14 at 6:00 pm.
Tryon Creek State Park: Sundays, July 4 to August 1, 2:00 pm.
Noon Tunes in Pioneer Courthouse Square: Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6 to August 19, noon.
Music on Main Street Sponsored by Portland Center for the Performing Arts: Wednesdays, June 30 to September 1, 5:00 pm.
Lunchbox Concerts at the Oregon Square Courtyard (in NE Portland): Wednesdays at noon through August 25.
Happy Valley Park: Thursdays, July 15 to August 19, 7:00 pm.
Lake Oswego parks: Assorted days in July and August.
Stella Olsen Park in Sherwood: Wednesdays, July 7 to August 18, 6:30 pm.
Tualatin Hills Park District: Assorted days in July and August.
Tualatin Commons: Fridays, July 2 to August 27, 6:30 pm.
Vancouver parks: Assorted days in July and August.
West Linn: Thursdays, July 22 to August 26, 6:30 pm.
Bridgeport Village: Thursdays, July 8 to August 26, 6:30 pm.
Ardenwald Park, Milwaukie: Thursday evenings in August.
The Round Fountain Plaza in Beaverton: July 27 and August 31, 5:00 pm.
Cathedral Park Jazz Festival: July 16, 17, and 18.
Ecotrust: Thursdays in July, 5:00 pm.
Doug Fir: Sundays, July 11 to August 29, 3:00 pm. Ages 21+.
Streets of Tanasbourne: Tuesdays, July 13 to August 31, 6:00 pm.
Mississippi Studios: Sundays, July 11 to August 29, 3:00 pm (2:00 pm on August 29).
Carnegie Park in Oregon City: Thursdays through August 26, 6:30 pm.
June 26th, 2010
Looks like a beautiful weekend ahead!
Admission is free for all events below. Also, if you’re in a saling mood, check out the Eastmoreland Garage Sale, one of my favorite events of the year.
Have a great weekend!
All weekend
Pedalpalooza: Last weekend! This two-week bike celebration includes 274 events, nearly all of which are free. Bikers of all persuasions are likely to find an event of interest.
North American Organic Brewers Festival: Enjoy organic beers and ciders from around the world, accompanied by live music, organic food, sustainability-oriented vendors, non-profits and a children’s area. Overlook Park, noon to 9:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, noon to 5:00 pm on Sunday.
Good in the Neighborhood Multicultural Music and Food Festival and Parade: Good Neighbor Night Mixer on Friday evening. Parade and activities all day on Saturday, including live music, kids activities, free bike tune-ups, and more. Activities continue on Sunday. King School Park.
Friday, June 25
Free admission to the Portland Art Museum from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Shakespeare in the Park: The Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “Pericles, Prince of Tyre” on Thursdays, Friday, and Saturdays through mid-July. Tonight, they will perform at 6:30 pm at Marylhurst University in Lake Oswego.
Saturday, June 26
Lost Bird Project Community Fair: Learn about endangered species and what you can do to help prevent future extinctions. Activities include talks by artist Todd McGrain (creator of the Lost Bird Project art exhibit), hands-on projects, storytelling, live bird presentations, and more. South Waterfront Park, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Shakespeare in the Park: The Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “Pericles, Prince of Tyre” on Thursdays, Friday, and Saturdays through mid-July. Tonight, they will perform at 6:00 pm at Somerset Meadows Park in Beaverton.
Sunday, June 27
Sunday Parkways in North Portland: Car-free streets and an amazing amount of activities planned along the route and at Kenton, Arbor Lodge, and Peninsula Parks. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check PDX Pipeline.
For kids events, check UrbanMamas.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
June 24th, 2010
Admission is free for all events. Enjoy!
All week
Pedalpalooza: This two-week bike celebration includes 274 events, nearly all of which are free. Bikers of all persuasions are likely to find an event of interest.
Friday, June 18
“Edible Wild Plants”: John Kallas’s book is a genuinely useful tool for the modern-day forager, gardener, and food preparer. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside, 7:30 pm.
“The Handmade Marketplace”: Author Kari Chapin will talk about the business side of selling crafts. The Land gallery+shop, 6:00 pm.
Saturday, June 19
Your Money Bus: Get free advice from an independent financial advisor; no strings attached. You can ask about budgeting, saving, reducing debt, investing, and more. Pioneer Courthouse Square, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Women on Bikes: Learn and discuss how to choose the right bike, the best gear for you and your bike, recreational riding, commuting, riding techniques, and route planning. East Portland Community Center, 10:00 am.
Make a Splash – Read! Show: Join magical-ventriloquist Steve Taylor, Rudy O’Riley, and Alli The Croc (don’t worry, he’s a puppet!) for a fun summer show featuring an “aquatic” adventure for your imagination. Albina Library, 11:00 am.
Mz. Pearl: the Under Water Revue: A solo clown show filled with funny physical comedy, circus skills and clever – or at least odd – solutions to bizarre problems. Sellwood-Moreland Library, 11:00 am.
Sign up for free swimming lessons: Between June 21 and 25, Portland Parks & Recreation will offer five free beginner swim lessons to any Portland resident over the age of 3. On June 19 between 8:00 am and 11:30 am, register at the pool you will be taking the lesson at. You must register in person. Spots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
How we can raise money-smart kids in a money-crazed world: Portland resident Lori Sweeney shares her strategies for raising a money-smart and giving child. Hear what she has to say and share your own experiences. Gregory Heights Library, 1:30 pm.
Wilsonville Summer Safety Fair and Bike Rodeo: Safety demonstrations, bike rodeo, and TVF&R Fire Safety House. City Hall Parking Lot, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
“Much Adoe About Nothing”: The Ops Fest (Original Practice Shakespeare Festival) will perform this play using the same techniques as they did in Shakespeare’s own time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Mount Tabor Park, 2:00 pm.
Sunday, June 20
Portland Pride Parade: The parade starts at 11:30 am in downtown Portland.
“Much Adoe About Nothing”: The Ops Fest (Original Practice Shakespeare Festival) will perform this play using the same techniques as they did in Shakespeare’s own time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Cathedral Park, 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.
June 17th, 2010
What better way to enjoy a gorgeous weekend than by attending a free event?
Next two weeks
Pedalpalooza: This two-week bike celebration includes 274 events, nearly all of which are free. Bikers of all persuasions are likely to find an event of interest.
Saturday, June 12
Grand Floral Parade: The highlight of the Rose Festival starts at 10:00 am at the Memorial Coliseum, travels down MLK Jr. Blvd, across the Burnside Bridge, and into downtown Portland, ending at Lincoln High School.
Dragon Boat Races: Almost 100 teams will compete in this exciting Rose Festival event. Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Waterfront Park.
National Get Outdoors Day: Join Smokey Bear and Ranger Rick for a day of outdoor activities, demos, a family fun walk, bike maintenance clinic, and more. Vancouver Water Resources Education Center, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Cirque du Cycling: Head to Mississippi Ave for a street festival, circus, bike race, bike parade, and more. 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
TIP Cruise-In and Cookout: The Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) is hosting this fundraising event. Admission is free to the public. Live music, cars, and more. Portland Fire Bureau Training Center, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Free Family Day at the Washington County Museum: Learn about historic photography and quilting. Summer-themed arts and crafts activities including making your own butterfly art. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Guided walk from The Grotto to Rocky Butte: Join author Laura Foster on a tour through one of Portland’s most serene forested settings and climb the nearby trail for a round trip to the historic Rocky Butte summit. Meet at The Grotto parking lot, 9:00 am.
“Much Adoe About Nothing”: The Ops Fest (Original Practice Shakespeare Festival) will perform this play using the same techniques as they did in Shakespeare’s own time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Gabriel Park, 2:00 pm.
Sunday, June 13
Milk Carton Boat Race: Children and adults will race and show off their handmade boats that float only by means of recycled milk cartons and jugs. Westmoreland Park Casting Pond, 11:00 am.
Dragon Boat Races: Almost 100 teams will compete in this exciting Rose Festival event. Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Waterfront Park.
Pets on Parade: Everyone is welcome to dress up in their favorite Centennial attire (pets too). This is a great opportunity to show off your favorite pet or stuffed animal. Millennium Plaza Park. Registration at 1:00 pm, parade at 2:00 pm.
“Much Adoe About Nothing”: The Ops Fest (Original Practice Shakespeare Festival) will perform this play using the same techniques as they did in Shakespeare’s own time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Esther Short Park, 2:00 pm.
“Roman Holiday”: See this classic film at St. Johns Library at 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.
June 10th, 2010
Admission is free for all of these events. Enjoy!
All weekend
Fleet Week: Ships from the US Navy, US Coast Guard, and Canadian Maritime Forces are docked along Waterfront Park. Free ship tours from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm on a first-come, first-served basis. Schedules subject to change.
Friday, June 4
Free night at the Children’s Museum: Admission is free from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
First Friday Art Walk: Go gallery hopping on the East side.
More art: The Architectural Heritage Center and galleries in Sellwood will also host openings.
Camas First Friday: This month’s theme is Camas Canine Classic. Downtown Camas, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
First Friday in Milwaukie: Live music, art exhibits and demonstrations, and more. 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Oregon City First Friday Art Walk: Downtown Oregon City, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Holocene 7th Birthday Celebration: Miracles Club, Reporter, Operative, Golden Retriever, Linger & Quiet, and Brkfst Sndwch will perform. 8:00 pm.
Saturday, June 5
Oaks Park’s 105th Birthday and Carousel Grand Re-opening: Live entertainment, free kids’ coloring activity, free cake and balloons, and discount on ride bracelets. 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
State Parks Day Celebration and Friends of Tryon Creek 40th Birthday: Cake and ice cream, guided hike, live music, and more. Tryon Creek State Park, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Starlight Parade: Time once again for the Rose Festival’s nighttime parade. Downtown Portland, 8:30 pm.
Wilsonville Festival of Arts: Juried visual art show, live music, dance, storytelling, children’s activities, and more. Parade at 10:00 am. Clackamas County Visitor Center at Town Center Park, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Port of Portland open house: Tour the Port of Portland’s new headquarters. Learn about the building’s green features, including 10,000 square feet of landscaping on the roof. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Zoo Animal Presenters (ZAP): Meet some animals and learn about them with the Oregon Zoo ZAP Team. Sellwood-Moreland Library, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
STUFF-ication: A fresh and timely perspective on a serious and all too common problem at home and office. Too much stuff! Learn the top 3 ways to go from chaos to clear. Central Library, 2:00 pm. to 3:00 pm.
Portland Mercury 10-Year Birthday Party: Explode into Colors, The Mean Jeans, Astronautalis, and Fogatron will perform. Rotture, 9:00 pm.
Sunday, June 6
Wilsonville Festival of Arts: Juried visual art show, live music, dance, storytelling, children’s activities, and more. Clackamas County Visitor Center at Town Center Park, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Southwest Washington Wind Symphony will perform at Union High School Auditorium in Camas, 3:00 pm. The title of the concert is Asian Melodies.
Lorna Miller’s Little Kids’ Jamboree: Enjoy an interactive music event, featuring Lorna on guitar and vocals. It includes simple rhythm instruments, songs, dancing, and imagination for the whole family. Holgate Library, 3:00 pm to 4:00 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.
June 3rd, 2010
