Archive for April, 2011
How is it parade season already? Wasn’t it just Christmas?
Here are the weekend’s free events.
All weekend
Gathering of the Guilds: Art show, sale, and more featuring the Oregon Potters Association, Creative Metal Arts Guild, Guild of Oregon Woodworkers, Oregon Glass Guild, Portland Bead Society, and others at the Oregon Convention Center.
Friday, April 29
“The Taliban Shuffle”: In this book, reporter Kim Barker offers an insider’s account of the “forgotten war” in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside, 7:30 pm.
“The Big Shift”: Marc Freedman offers advice to Americans entering their 40s, 50s, and 60s on how to transform their midlife into an opportunity, for themselves as well as for society. Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 7:00 pm.
Taste The Future: The Handmade Prints of Roger Peet: Meet this local artist and view his ecology-focused prints at Land Gallery, 6:00 pm.
Saturday, April 30
82nd Avenue of Roses Parade and Community Fair: The parade starts at 10:00 am, followed by a free community fair featuring live music, pony rides, and more.
Tualatin Spring Native Plant Sale and Green Gardening Fair: Learn about composting, native plants, watering, and more. Tualatin Hills Nature Park Interpretive Center, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Ask the Contractor: Every 4th Saturday of the month beginning April 30, Jesse Pender of Portland Tradesmen will answer your questions at SE Portland Tool Library from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.
“The Compass of Pleasure”: In his book, Johns Hopkins neuroscientist David Linden explains the neurobiology of pleasure. Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 4:00 pm.
Sunday May 1
Hillsdale Springfest: Begin with a free beignet at Three Square Grill at 9:00 am and a free coffee tasting at Starbucks at 9:30 am. After that, enjoy activities at stores in the neighborhood, the Hillsdale Farmers Market, the Rieke art fair, live music, and more. 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
May Day Celebration: Enjoy kids’ entertainment, live music, maypole dancers, and more. Kennedy School, 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Nikki McClure, children’s book author and artist, will talk about her latest book “To Market, to Market.” Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing, 4:00 pm.
“The Edible Front Yard”: In her book, Ivette Soler offers step-by-step advice for creating a garden that’s as beautiful as it is edible. Portland Nursery on Division Street, 3:00 pm.
Design and Create a Children’s Garden: Learn the basics of designing a children’s garden including plant selection and ways to encourage play, curiosity, and stewardship. Capitol Hill Library, 2:00 pm.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check Portland on the Cheap, PDX Pipeline, and Dave Knows Portland.
For kids events, check UrbanMamas and PDX Kids Calendar.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
April 28th, 2011
Happy Earth Day and Easter weekend!
Earth Day freebies: Check out Frugal Living NW for details.
Easter egg hunts: Go to Portland on the Cheap for an extensive list.
And here’s what else is happening this weekend….
Friday, April 22
Portland Art Museum: It’s the fourth Friday of the month, which means admission is free from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Spring Beer & Wine Festival: Free admission to the first 1,000 people. After that, admission is $5. Friday and Saturday, noon to 11:00 pm, at the Oregon Convention Center.
Saturday, April 23
Spring Beer & Wine Festival: Free admission to the first 1,000 people. After that, admission is $5. Friday and Saturday, noon to 11:00 pm, at the Oregon Convention Center.
Earth Day Celebration: Enjoy a full day of live music, workshops, kids activities, and more. Washington High School Field, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
EcoFair: Learn how to lessen your impact, save money, and support the environment at this entertaining, family-friendly event. Salmon Creek Greenway, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Junior Ranger Day at Fort Vancouver: Park staff will show children the many things they do at Fort Vancouver. Kids will earn a Junior Ranger patch if they complete all activities. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Fairy Tale Party: This is an interactive party where children aged 3 to 6 and their parents will enjoy stories, games, and magical crafts. Capitol Hill Library, 10:30 am to 11:30 am.
Sunday, April 24
Bunny on a Bike Ride: This annual ride will start at Woodlawn Park (under the bridge) at 2:00 pm. Two-hour loop with 1 or 2 short stops. Bunny attire expected.
April 21st, 2011
Happy Friday! Here are the weekend’s free events.
Friday, April 8
Got an event recommendation for today? Post it in the comments.
Saturday, April 9
Family Day at Washington County Museum: This month’s event celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Second Saturday at Vancouver Water Center: Meet reptiles you won’t find in your backyard. The event is from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm with a live critter show at 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm.
Living Greener Summit: Presentations on sustainable living and organic food, kids activities, free refreshments, free raffle, and more. Beaverton City Library, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm.
Coolest Trees in SE Portland Bike Ride: An urban forester will lead this bike ride to the most notable trees in the Sellwood, Reed, and Eastmoreland neighborhoods. Meet at 9:00 am at Sellwood Park.
Walking with Ramona: Take a walking tour of the Northeast Portland landscape that inspired Beverly Cleary’s best-selling children’s books. The tour begins at Hollywood Library, is accessible, on flat terrain, and lasts about 90 minutes. Saturday, 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Sunday, 4:00 pm.
Children’s Book Authors Rosanne Parry and Elizabeth Rusch; Metropolitan Youth Symphony: The authors will present their latest books and members of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony will perform. A Children’s Place Bookstore, 2:00 pm.
Life Is Too Short for Store-Bought Pie Crust: Author and food historian Jean Johnson will show how easy making a pie crust is. Then she’ll share her pie with the audience. Troutdale Library, 2:00 pm.
Sunday, April 10
Budgeting and Saving: Learn strategies that can help you save money and reach your financial goals. Capitol Hill Library, 2:00 pm.
Walking with Ramona: Take a walking tour of the Northeast Portland landscape that inspired Beverly Cleary’s best-selling children’s books. The tour begins at Hollywood Library, is accessible, on flat terrain, and lasts about 90 minutes. Saturday, 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Sunday, 4:00 pm.
Devon Monk: Author of the Allie Beckstrom fantasy series will talk about her books and read from her latest book “Magic on the Hunt.” Midland Library, 2:00 pm.
Indiana Jones Trivia Night: The quiz will largely focus on the first three films, with just a dash of “Crystal Skull” and “The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles.” Maximum team size of 5. Prize for the victor. East Burn, 6:00 pm.
Portland Mercury Yard Sale: From the staff at the Mercury: “We’re moving, and we’ve got all sorts of bric-a-brac we’d like to unload on you, like a Love Guru magic eight ball, Kung Fu Panda swag, dusty DVDs, shiny books, various sundries, and rickety furniture… umm, did I mention everything’s practically free? Plus, all proceeds go to charity, we’ll be playing four square, and drinking—it’ll be fun!” Portland Mercury parking lot, 605 NE 21st, 11:00 am.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check Portland on the Cheap, PDX Pipeline, and Dave Knows Portland.
For kids events, check UrbanMamas and PDX Kids Calendar.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
April 7th, 2011
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