Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (October 17 to 19)
Portland Nursery Apple Tasting Event: There will be 60 varieties of apples and pears available for tasting, live music, kids’ activities and more. 5050 SE Stark, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Friday, October 17
Kidical Mass Family Bike Rides: Wear your Halloween costume or decorate your bike. Blinkies will be handed out while supplies last. Information on different rides:
Downtown Ride: Meet at 5:30 pm and leave at 5:45. Meet at the North Park Blocks Playground at NW 8th and Davis. Thanks to Nancy at Central Portland Families you can attend a pizza party at the end of the ride, but you must RSVP to nancy@zcommunitycenter.org. More info can be found here.
Outer NE Ride: Meet at 6:00 pm (leaving promptly at 6:15) at Knott Park, near the baseball field (near the corner of NE 112th and NE Sacramento). We will return to the same location.
SE Ride: Meet at 6:00 pm at the Sunnyside Environmental School playground. Leaving promptly at 6:15, ending at Sunnyside.
Sellwood Ride: Meet at 6:00 pm at the Sellwood Pool, and the ride will leave at 6:15, ending at the Sellwood Pool.
For more information, contact Angela Koch, 503-226-0676 x19.
Fall Family Fun Night at Mt. Scott Community Center: Bouncy castle, face painting, obstacle course, crafts, roller skating, swimming, and indoor park. Admission is free. Activities cost 25 cents, family swim is $1. Bring donations of canned goods and receive 4 free tickets ($1 value). 5530 SE 72nd, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Beta Collide will perform at 8:00 pm in the White Stag Building (70 NW Couch St). Performers include Roger Hayes (live painter), Nicholas Isherwood (bass-baritone), Justin Kagan (cello), Lisa McWhorter (violin), Phillip Patti (percussion), Molly Barth (flute) and Brian McWhorter (trumpet). For more information, visit the Beta Collide website.
Tartufi (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the Music Millennium website.
Dirty Dozen Brass Band will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the Music Millennium website.
Leigh Marble CD Release Party: The evening will include performances by Marble, Teledubgnosis, and Auditory Sculpture featuring Infamous Coatcheck Girl, as well as video by Abstract Machines. Press Club, 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Ashia (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E. Burnside) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Mark Alan (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.
The Troublemakers (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Author Shalom Auslander will talk about his memoir “Foreskin’s Lament” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W Burnside). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Saturday, October 18
Oregon Historical Society Free Day: The theme of the day is archaeology. There will be presentations on rock art and flintknapping, art projects for the kids, an activity that will show you what an excavation is like, and more. For more information, visit the event website.
Oregon Bounty Fresh Hop Beer Tastival: Admission is free; glasses/mugs cost $5, and are required for tasting beer. Tastes of the individual beers are $1 each. Hopworks Urban Brewery (2944 SE Powell Blvd), noon to 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Learn about Buckminster Fuller from Allegra Fuller Snyder (UCLA professor, founder and board chair of the Buckminster Fuller Institute, and Bucky’s only living child) and D.W. Jacobs (director/playwright of R. Buckminster Fuller: THE HISTORY (and Mystery) OF THE UNIVERSE). Gerding Theater (128 NW 11th Ave), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
OMSI’s Teen-Only Night: Plan a date night and send the teens to OMSI from 7:00 pm–10:00 pm. Teens will get to see the new Mindbender Mansion exhibit, and there’ll be Segway rides, a DJ and cheap food. For more information, visit the OMSI website.
Fiesta con Animales/Party with the Animals: In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, some of the Oregon Zoo’s animals will visit St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave) from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Library Appreciation Day at West Linn Library: See juggler Rhys Thomas perform, hear the West Linn Community Chorus sing, and talk about the library with your neighbors. For more information, visit the event website.
Family Resource Fair at Beaverton Library: Get information from local family-friendly organizations, make crafts with your kids, learn about home school resources, and find volunteer opportunities right in your back yard. 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Apple Tasting Event at Tigard Library: Games, crafts, apple tasting and more. An “a-peeling” good time for the whole family. 1:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
GreenWalks: Explore Mt. Tabor with a guide from Portland Parks & Recreation. 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Appropriate for adults and families. Meet at the Crater Amphitheater near the playground. For details, visit the PP&R website.
Ben Weaver will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the Music Millennium website.
Sudden Anthem (website) and The Raining (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E. Burnside) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Will West (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Jimmy Bivens (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.
The Scott Gallegos Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.
Children’s pop-up book master David Carter will present his new book at 11:00 am at A Children’s Place Bookstore (4807 NE Fremont St). For more information, visit the event website.
Author Clare Langley-Hawthorne will talk about her book “The Serpent and the Scorpion” at Murder by the Book (3210 SE Hawthorne Blvd) at 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Sunday, October 19
Fiesta con Animales/Party with the Animals: In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, some of the Oregon Zoo’s animals will visit Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd) from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Dead Beetles (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the Music Millennium website.
More History and Mystery of the Blues: Musician-author Steve Cheseborough will present the music of Mississippi. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
“Ed Wood” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Sunday Movie Night at Hotel deLuxe: “Hear and Now” will be playing. The Screening Room, located off the hotel lobby, opens at 6:00 pm, the movie begins at 6:30 pm. RSVP to 503.219.2093. For more information, visit the event website.
Authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson will talk about “Science Fair,” their new book for young readers, at 2:00 pm at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Book Release Party for “HELP! A Bear is Eating Me!” Join author Mykle Hansen for a spoken word show/drinking opportunity to celebrate the release of his new book. PLAN B (1305 SE 8th Ave), 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Ages 21 & older. For more information, visit the event website.
Moms Night Out/Scrapbook Basics: Join instructor Heidi Brehm for an introductory class on the basics of scrapbooking. Each participant is encouraged to bring personal photos to create a two-page layout, all other materials will be provided. St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (October 3 to 5)
Greek Festival: The festival will feature Greek food, entertainment, children’s activities and more. $2 admission for children’s area. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral (3131 NE Glisan). For more information, visit the event website.
Local 14 Art Show & Sale: More than 90 women artists will show their work at the World Forestry Center (4033 SW Canyon Rd). For more information, visit the event website.
Friday, October 3
First Friday Art Shows and Openings:
Opening for photographer John Henry Angell: Angell specializes in close-up, macro images of flowers and ferns. Ugly Mug Coffee Shop (8017 SE 13th Ave), 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
MAC Kids Art Show: Paintings, prints, drawings, clay from Multnomah Arts Center Youth Art Classes. 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
“Tribute” at 100th Monkey Studio: See a wedding dress made out of ironed plastic Oregonian bags and other artwork from 13 artists. Live music by Stump Town Jug Thumpers. 110 SE 16th Ave, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Artist Lucinda Parker will give a lecture at 6:00 pm at Pacific Northwest College of Art. Selections of Parker’s artwork from the past 20 years will also be on display. For more information, visit the event website.
First Friday in Multnomah Village: During this monthly event, shops and galleries stay open late and offer special events, sales and complimentary refreshments. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Multnomah Village website.
First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Camas: This month’s theme is Pumpkin Pageant. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Downtown Camas website.
Artistery 7th Anniversary Party: The Artistery is celebrating with live music (Point Juncture, WA; Nick Delffs; Rob Walmart; Juice Team DJ’s; Cexfucx; Owl Dudes; White Fang; Why I Must Be Careful; American Dork Scene) and BBQ. BBQ starts at 7:00 pm, and music will follow soon after. For more information, visit the event website.
Ian McFeron Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Author Francine Prose will talk about her book “Goldengrove” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
“The Golden Compass” will be showing at West Linn Library at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the library website .
Saturday, October 4
West Linn’s Oktoberfest: Live music (including an authentic OmmPah band) and the smells of German cuisine will fill Hammerle Park from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, read this news story.
GreenWalks: Explore Hoyt Arboretum with a guide from Portland Parks & Recreation. 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Appropriate for adults and families. Meet at the Visitor Center at 4000 SW Fairview Blvd. Visit the PP&R website for details.
DJ Cheb i Sabbah will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 4:30 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
The Goodwill River (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E. Burnside) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Kaitlyn ni Donovan (website) and Super XX Man (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
History and Mystery of the Blues: Musician-author Steve Cheseborough will present the music and mystique of Mississippi. Rockwood Library (17917 SE Stark St), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Beth Willis (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.
Author T. A. Barron will talk about his book “Merlin’s Dragon” at 2:00 pm at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Author Steven T. Wax will talk about his book “Kafka Comes to America: Fighting for Justice in the War on Terror — A Public Defender’s Inside Account” at Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave) at 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Children’s book author Eric Kimmel will read from two of his books, “The Mysterious Guests” and “Anansi’s Party Time,” at 11:00 am at A Children’s Place Bookstore. For more information, visit the event website.
Legends of Mexico/Leyendas de Mexico: Kids and their families are invited to learn about the geography, history and different languages spoken in Mexico through legends and music. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Two shows: North Portland Library (512 N. Killingsworth St) from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, and St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave) from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
Pinot and Pooch: Urban Wineworks (407 NW 16th Ave) invites dog owners and their dogs to an afternoon of doggie sketch artists, wine, raffles, and musical entertainment. A portion of the proceeds will go to DoveLewis. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Bike Donation Drive: All Portland-area REI stores will be accepting used bikes to be donated to the Community Cycling Center for their annual Holiday Bike Drive. Bikes in good condition, especially kids’ bikes, will be accepted. Donations are tax-deductible. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit the REI website for more information.
Plastics Recycling: Master Recycler Program will collect many hard-to-recycle plastics at two locations: 3325 N. Interstate in Portland, and 5400 Meadows Road in Lake Oswego. 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Sunday, October 5
Envisioning America: Jews and the Making of Broadway Musical: Mittelman Jewish Community Center and Portland Center Stage will provide a lively afternoon of conversation and song exploring the Broadway musical and the pioneering contributions of Jewish artists to the genre. Hillsdale Library (1525 SW Sunset Blvd), 12:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Dandy Warhols Pre-Show Party: Zia McCabe will DJ. Free refreshments. Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside), 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the Music Millennium website.
Americana Music: Kids and their families are invited to a performance of multiple genres of Americana music, from Appalachian to bluegrass, from cowboy to the Kingston Trio, and many points in between, with the Stumptown Stars. Sellwood-Moreland Library (7860 SE 13th Ave), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
“Delicatessen” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Children’s book author Graeme Base will talk about “Enigma: A Magical Mystery” at 2:00 pm at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Author Danny Goldberg will talk about his book “Bumping into Geniuses” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Sunday Cinema Classics at St. Johns Library: “To Kill a Mockingbird” will be showing at 2:00 pm. Free tickets for limited seating will be available at 1:30 pm. 7510 N. Charleston Ave. For more information, visit the event website.
Pinot and Pooch: Urban Wineworks (407 NW 16th Ave) invites dog owners and their dogs to an afternoon of doggie sketch artists, wine, raffles, and musical entertainment. A portion of the proceeds will go to DoveLewis. 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (September 26–28)
Portland Art Open: Portland Art Open is a three-day art event & party showcasing the range of talents and styles of Portland’s artists. It’s your chance to experience art on the most personal level possible—see how each artist envisions their work in their own setting. Visit the event website for more information.
Friday, September 26
American Indian Day Celebration: Local area American Indian organizations will host a celebration of American Indian cultures at Pioneer Courthouse Square from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Northwest tribal leaders, drum groups, dancers, and arts and crafts vendors will share their talents and experiences. Visit the event website for more information.
ActivSpace Open House: Artists, jewelers, crafters, designers, and small business owners open their doors. Meet artists in their workspaces. Local bands will perform. Craft/bead/art supply rummage sale. Friday (5:00 pm to 9:00 pm) and Saturday (11:00 am to 5:00 pm), 833 SE Main St. See comments below for more information.
Bar 12 will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
Emily Herring (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E. Burnside) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Pete Krebs will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Mark Alan (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
John Bunzow Trio (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Author John Elder Robison will talk about his book “Look Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger’s” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Saturday, September 27
Polish Festival: This two-day event includes performances by Polish dance groups and music bands, a polka contest, Polish food and more. Last year’s festival was lots of fun; read about it and see pictures here. Saturday and Sunday, 3900 N. Interstate Ave. Visit the event website for more information.
Museum Day: Get a free admission pass for you and a guest redeemable at participating museums. For more information, visit the Smithsonian magazine website.
Welcome the Rain: Celebrate our abundant rainfall and learn about rain-related issues such as bike commuting in the rain, rain gardens, and more. Art and science activities as well as a story teller will keep the kids entertained. Sunnyside Environmental School (3421 SE Salmon St), 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. www.welcometherain.org
SoEaPo Summer’s Last Rockin’ Outdoor Fest: At Plan B Bar (21+), artisan booths will be set up outside, live music on two stages (one stage outside, the other stage inside), BBQ. 1305 SE 8th, 4:00 pm to midnight. Visit the event website for more information.
ActivSpace Open House: Artists, jewelers, crafters, designers, and small business owners open their doors. Meet artists in their workspaces. Local bands will perform. Craft/bead/art supply rummage sale. Friday (5:00 pm to 9:00 pm) and Saturday (11:00 am to 5:00 pm), 833 SE Main St. See comments below for more information.
Harvest Fun Day and Extreme Scarecrow Makeover (Vancouver): Join the Clark County Historical Museum for a free family-friendly day of hands-on crafts and autumn events such as pumpkin decorating, scarecrow making, blacksmith demonstrations, pie-eating contests and more. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Visit the museum’s website for more information.
GreenWalks: Explore Oaks Bottom with a guide from Portland Parks & Recreation. 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Appropriate for adults and families. Park staff will lead this tour from the North parking lot of Oaks Bottom located across the street from 5120 SE Milwaukie Ave. Visit the PP&R website for details.
Ten Toe Guided Walk: Take a free Tram ride to OHSU and hike the trails of Marquam Nature Park as we climb to Council Crest Park and back. Meeting place: Tram stop, north of SW Whitaker and River Parkway. 9:00 am. Distance: 4 miles. Time: 2.5 hours. Visit the event website for more information.
Cold War Kids (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
Kotogoto (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E. Burnside) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
The Hunter Donnaloia Duo will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Eric John Kaiser (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Lincoln Crockett & Enemies (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Children’s book author Amber Keyser will bring camping equipment and her picture book “An Algonquin Heart Song: Paddle My Own Canoe” to share what it’s like to go on a canoe trip. Hillsdale Library (1525 SW Sunset Blvd), 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Fiesta con Animales/Party with the Animals: In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Oregon Zoo’s animals will be visiting libraries. Hands-on discovery stations will let visitors experience feathers, fur and scales of a few of Latin America’s animals. Woodstock Library (6008 SE 49th Ave), 3:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
SCRAP Art Activity: Kids and their families are invited to work with artist Emily Weisbard of SCRAP to create a unique piece of art from reused and reclaimed materials. Presenter is bilingual, Spanish/English. North Portland Library (512 N. Killingsworth St), 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Vietnamese Film at Midland Library: “Journey From the Fall” is about a family’s experience in the Vietnam War and their immigration to America. The film will be presented in Vietnamese with English subtitles. A short discussion will follow. Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 3:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Oregon Encyclopedia Project Community Meeting: Oregonians who are interested in our history and culture are encouraged to research and write authoritative articles for the Oregon Encyclopedia Project. Learn more about this project at the Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Meet Leigh Radford, author of “AlterKNITS Felt,” from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at CloseKnit (2140 NE Alberta St). Visit the event website for more information.
Sunday, September 28
Polish Festival: This two-day event includes performances by Polish dance groups and music bands, a polka contest, Polish food and more. Last year’s festival was lots of fun; read about it and see pictures here. Saturday and Sunday, 3900 N. Interstate Ave. Visit the event website for more information.
Family Discovery Sunday at Museum of Contemporary Craft: Using discarded color strips from the edges of printed books, participants will divert paper headed to the recyclery and create paper vessels and other art objects. 724 NW Davis St, 1:00 pm–4:00 pm. Visit the museum’s website for more information.
Natural Cycles Exhibit Family Day: Join in a community celebration of the new art exhibit featuring local examples of natural art. Enjoy special hands-on art activities for adults and children along the Trillium Trail. Tryon Creek State Park, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Oktoberfest at Edgefield: The celebration includes live music, bellydancers, balloon twisting, plant sale and more. Wander about the entire property, beer and bratwurst in hand, to check out the fun. Music starts at 11:00 am and runs through the evening. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Meiko (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 3:00 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
“Blazing Saddles” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.
Tigard Guitar Festival at Tigard Library: Cascadia Guitar Duo will perform an outdoor concert of Renaissance, Baroque, Romantic, Contemporary and Latin pieces from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Author Stanley Plumly will talk about his book “Posthumous Keats: A Personal Biography” at 4:00 pm at Powell’s Books on Hawthorne (3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Author Floyd Skloot will talk about his book “The Wink of the Zenith” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Ann Littlewood, author of “Night Kill,” and Sheila Simonson, author of “Buffalo Bill’s Defunct” will speak at Murder by the Book (3210 SE Hawthorne Blvd) at 5:00 pm. Visit the MBTB website for more information.
Author Clyde W. Ford will talk about his book “Precious Cargo” at 3:00 pm at Barnes & Noble, Clackamas Town Center Mall. Visit the B&N website for more information.
Puppet Theater “The Green Bird”: The Oregon Shadow Theater presents a puppet show inspired by Mexican folktales. Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Vote 2008: Join Dr. Jim Moore, Professor of Political Science at Pacific University, for a discussion about the presidential hopefuls and the race to date. Bring questions for the group and prepare to get involved in the debate. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Someday Lounge 2-Year Anniversary Party: “Pig Roast & Tank of Fish,” a documentary about Portland’s Chinatown, will be showing at 7:00 pm. 125 NW 5th Avenue. Visit the Someday Lounge website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (September 12–14)
PICA’s Time-Based Art Festival: Willamette Week has a list of free TBA events at the end of this article. For more information, visit the TBA website.
Friday, September 12
Artery Grand Opening and Art Show: Artery, Portland’s first finish-it-yourself frame shop and gallery, will celebrate its opening with an art show featuring artists from the traveling exhibit Beautiful Losers. The night will also include food, drinks, music, and the opportunity to do framing-related craft projects. 4114 N. Vancouver Ave, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. www.arterypdx.com
17th Annual Pearl Party: At this neighborhood event, the New Iberians will perform and restaurants will provide free samplings of food. NW 13th Ave, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Stein Barn Grand Opening in Wilsonville: This event includes nature walks, bluegrass band, horse and carriage rides, and activities that will give kids a taste of what it was like to live in the pioneer days. The public is encouraged to bring a picnic dinner to the event. 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Memorial Park. More information can be found in the Oregonian.
“From Side Project to Startup”: On September 12 and 13, “From Side Project to Startup” will focus on the resources, planning, and above all initiative needed to make idle thoughts, plots, plans, and what-ifs come to fruition. The conference will be at CubeSpace, 622 SE Grand Ave. Visit the event website for more information.
Linda Hornbuckle and Janice Scroggins (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
Mood Area 52 (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Liberty Plaza Concert Series:Norman Sylvester and Curtis Salgado will perform at 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, respectively. Liberty Plaza is located in downtown Oregon City next to the Clackamas County Courthouse (807 Main St). Visit the event website for more information.
John Bunzow (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Author Stuart Archer Cohen will talk about his book “The Army of the Republic” at 7:00 pm at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing. For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Author James E. McWilliams will talk about his book “American Pests: The Losing War on Insects from Colonial Times to DDT” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside. For more information, visit the Powell’s website.
Saturday, September 13
Alberta Street Fair: The fair offers live music, kids’ activities, a parade and more. NE Alberta Street from 12th to 30th, 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Parade starts at 2:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Slabtown Community Festival: This event includes live music and theater, kids’ activities, Slabtown history exhibits and more. Con-way lot at NW 23rd & Savier, noon to 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
SCRAP’s Iron Artist: Teams will compete in an on-site sculpture competition that is “one part Iron Chef and two parts Junkyard Wars.” While that’s happening, there’ll be live music, kids’ entertainment and more for the crowd to enjoy. SE 2nd at Main and Salmon, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Fun on Foster & Foster Art Walk: This event includes live music, craft and artisan vendors, farmer’s market, kids’ activities, free trolley rides and more. SE Foster and SE 50th to SE 93rd, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. More information can be found at The Support Group website, Fun on Foster MySpace page or Foster Art Walk MySpace page.
9th Annual Mid Autumn Fest: This celebration of Chinese culture and the Mid Autumn Moon will treat guests to live performances of Chinese folk dance, martial arts, classical Chinese music, and more. The event also includes the Asian & Pacific Islander Home Buying Fair. Eastport Plaza parking lot (4000 SE 82nd), 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the KATU website.
Aquifer Adventure: This pirate-themed event includes canoe rides, treasure hunting, music and games, all meant to teach kids and adults how to protect and conserve our groundwater. Portland Water Bureau Canoe Launch (16650 NE Airport Way), 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Hollywood Burger Battle and Bun Fest: Kids are invited to participate in the largest Simon Says contest in town. The event also includes an old-fashioned cake walk, followed by wiener dog and all-breed dog costume contests. Wells Fargo Bank parking lot (4233 NE Sandy Boulevard), 1:30 pm. Visit Neighborhood Notes for more information.
GreenWalks: Explore Peninsula Park with a guide from Portland Parks & Recreation. 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Appropriate for adults and families. Meet at the bandstand facing the Rose Garden at N. Albina & Ainsworth. Visit the PP&R website for details.
Heifer International Workshop: Come learn how Heifer International is providing a sustainable solution to hunger and poverty and teaching communities how to restore and enhance local ecosystems. Learn how you can be a part of the solution. REI Portland (1405 NW Johnson St), 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Lock Fest 2008 in West Linn: The annual Lock Fest celebrates the 131-year-old river “elevator” with educational exhibits, tours and children’s activities. 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Willamette Falls Locks Park at the end of Mill Street in West Linn. There will be a free shuttle to the West Linn Arts Festival (see below). More information can be found in the West Linn Tidings.
West Linn Arts Festival: The event will showcase the artwork of about 100 artists from the Pacific Northwest, live music, kids’ activities and more. September 13–14 at Willamette Park in West Linn. Visit the event website for more information.
Beaverton Celebration Parade and Old Town Festival 2008: The parade starts at 10:00 am and will include the Roloff family from TV’s “Little People, Big World.” Free family entertainment and fun will follow the parade from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the 2008 Old Town Festival. For parade route and more information, visit the event website.
One-Stop Kids’ Health Fair in Gresham: Children aged 2–12 and their families are invited to this event, which includes car seat recycling and safety checks, $5 bike helmets, Teddy Bear Clinic, low-cost immunizations, animals from the Oregon Zoo, and more. Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center (24800 SE Stark Street), 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Visit the Gresham website for more information.
Kite Festival at Blue Lake Park: All fliers welcome. This event includes instruction on how to fly a kite, interactive kite play, mass ascension, Rok battles and fighter kites. Children’s events include teddy bear and candy drops. Cost: Free with park admission: $4 per car, $7 per bus. 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Visit the Gresham website for more information.
Tigard Family Fest: The celebration includes a 5K Run/Walk, treasure hunt, concert, fireworks, night skate and more. Visit the Tigard website for more information.
“From Side Project to Startup”: On September 12 and 13, “From Side Project to Startup” will focus on the resources, planning, and above all initiative needed to make idle thoughts, plots, plans, and what-ifs come to fruition. The conference will be at CubeSpace, 622 SE Grand Ave. Visit the event website for more information.
Brian Head Welch (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 4:30 pm. Visit the Music Millennium for more information.
Lincoln Crockett (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Children’s author Brian Lies will make two appearances to talk about his new book “Bats at the Library.” He will be at A Children’s Place Bookstore (4807 NE Fremont St) at 11:00 am, and then at Powell’s Books (Cedar Hills Crossing) at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the Children’s Place website and the Powell’s website.
Sunday, September 14
West Linn Arts Festival: The event will showcase the artwork of about 100 artists from the Pacific Northwest, live music, kids’ activities and more. September 13–14 at Willamette Park in West Linn. Visit the event website for more information.
Lents Folk Festival—Woody Guthrie Tribute: Carl Allen will perform at 1:00 pm at the Lents Farmers Market (92nd & Foster). The Wanderers and The Renegade Minstrels will follow at Lents Park (SE 92nd Ave and Holgate) at 3:00 pm.
More History and Mystery of the Blues: Mississippi: Musician-author Steve Cheseborough will talk about and perform the music of Mississippi. Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
“The Big Lebowski” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Tigard Guitar Festival at Tigard Library: This month-long festival includes a variety of events such as concerts, films and workshops. Today, Nuestro Canto will play an outdoor concert of traditional Mexican and Latin American music from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Darrin Craig and Jon Neufeld of Jackstraw (website) will perform at Edgefield at 5:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Jewelry designer Susan Beal will give a free solo earring-making workshop at the Crafty Wonderland DIY table. Doug Fir Lounge (830 E. Burnside St), 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Visit West Coast Crafty for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (September 5–7)
Portland Riverfest: Events include dragon boat races at Waterfront Park, South Waterfront Day festival (live music, ballet and theatre performances, art, a sailing regatta, etc.) and more. To learn more about these events and others, visit the event website.
PICA’s Time-Based Art Festival: Willamette Week has a list of free TBA events at the end of this article. For more information, visit the TBA website.
Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Show: This event offers the chance to learn more about electric, hybrid and biodiesel cars; solar and wind energy; water conservation; organic grocers and environmentally responsible housing. Washington County Fairgrounds in Hillsboro (NE Cornell Road & NE 34th Ave). For more information, visit the event website.
Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
MusicFestNW: Free afternoon concerts on Friday and Saturday at Doug Fir. Free concerts each evening at Wonder Ballroom. For more information, visit the MFNW website. (For the Doug Fir shows, check the home page under “8/31: KEXP Live Studio Sessions” for more information. For evening shows, check the schedule.)
Friday, September 5
Art Shows and Openings:
The 100th Monkey Studio First Friday Art Opening & 2nd Anniversary Celebration: The night includes a juried art show, live music by Vinny Maiuri, birthday cake and more. I recommend going to see photographs by John Henry Angell. 110 SE 16th Ave, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
First Friday art reception for George Perrou with an evening of music provided by DJ Junior Private Detective. Press Club, 7:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
First Friday in Multnomah Village: During this monthly event, shops and galleries stay open late and offer special events, sales and complimentary refreshments. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Multnomah Village website.
First Friday Art Walk in Downtown Camas: This month’s theme is Football Party. Downtown merchants are kicking off football season with a game of their own where you can score the winning touchdown. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Downtown Camas website.
Shelly Rudolph and David Goldblatt (jazz) will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Princess Ricochet (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E Burnside St) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Jack McMahon (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Eric John Kaiser (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who” will be showing at Berkeley Park (SE 39th Ave & Bybee Blvd) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Vancouver: “Princess Bride” will be showing at Esther Short Park (610 Esther Street) at sunset (around 9:00 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Tigard Guitar Festival at Tigard Library: This month-long festival includes a variety of events such as concerts, films and workshops. Today, the documentary “The History of Rock and Roll: Guitar Heroes” will be showing at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Bike Commute Workshop, Plus Author Ray Thomas: To help you with the Bike Commute Challenge, Powell’s will host a workshop on bike commuting and maintenance starting at 5:30 pm. At 7:00 pm, author Ray Thomas will present the talk “How Pushing Rights for Bikes Helped Propel Oregon’s Bicycle Movement.” Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W Burnside). Visit the Powell’s website for more information.
Saturday, September 6
Belmont Street Fair: This event includes live music, free trolley rides, kids’ fun center, craft fair, firehouse tours and more. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on SE Belmont between 20th and 45th. For more information, visit the event website.
Greg Oden’s Summer Slam: This event includes live music and entertainment, inflatable bounce rooms, miniature golf, video games, and a chance to meet Greg Oden. The event is being held to raise awareness about mentoring programs and Oregon Mentoring. Rose Garden, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Widmer Brothers Oktoberfest: This event includes brews and food for sale, live music and more. Widmer Brothers Brewery (929 N Russell), 3:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Cuban guitar and Tres player Ivan Alamo will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Chance Hayden and Devin Phillips (jazz) will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Eve’s Dilemma (website) will perform at East Burn (1800 E Burnside St) at 10:00 pm. Visit the East Burn website for more information.
Library Writers Share Their Works: David Elsey (poetry), Angela Weyrens (zines), Kassten Alonso (fiction), Ann Haroun (poetry and fiction) will speak. Also, actor Ross Huffman-Kerr will perform an excerpt from a novel written by Rachael Short. Central Library, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Dogs Gone Dancin’: Enjoy Canine Freestyle performances by regional teams, meet the dogs and ask questions. Rockwood Library, 2:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Sunday, September 7
Portland Festival Symphony will perform at Foothills Park (Lake Oswego) at 4:00 pm. Visit the PFS website for more information.
Boy in the Bubble (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 W Burnside) at 5:00 pm. Visit the Music Millennium website for more information.
Lents Folk Festival: Kinzel and Hyde, Henry & Moggy, Tom May and Mary Flower will perform at Lents Park (SE 92nd Ave and Holgate) at 3:00 pm.
“Hedwig and the Angry Inch” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Portland Classical Chinese Duo: Commemorate the Mid-Autumn festival with a traditional music performance by Jerry Lin on er-hu and Henry Hung on the bamboo flute. Woodstock Library, 2:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Tigard Guitar Festival at Tigard Library: This month-long festival includes a variety of events such as concerts, films and workshops. Today, Galloway and Luckett will perform an outdoor concert of jazz-influenced originals, along with blues and bluegrass, at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Jon Koonce (website) will perform at Edgefield at 5:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Brooklyn Neighborhood Ice Cream Social: From 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, the Brooklyn neighborhood will have its annual ice cream social at Brooklyn Park (SE 10th Ave & Haig St). Kids’ activities, live music and more. Ice cream bars for 25 cents. Visit the event website for more information.
Sunday Cinema Classics at St. Johns Library: “North by Northwest” will be showing at 2:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
Looks like the weather is going to perk up in time for the weekend. Gotta love that.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (August 22–24)
Festa Italiana: Portland’s annual celebration of Italian-American culture includes live music, entertainment, kids’ activities, food and more at Pioneer Courthouse Square. Visit the event website for more information.
Friday, August 22
Pete Krebs Jazz Trio will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Mary Kadderly (website) and Dan Gildea will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Concert at Tualatin Commons:The Sugar Beets will perform at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
The Cowboy Heroes (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Concert in Vancouver:Norman Sylvester Band will perform at 6:00 pm at Tech Center Park (172nd Ave & Mill Plain). Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “The Mask of Zorro” will be showing at Irving Park (NE 7th Ave & Fremont St) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Flicks by the Fountain in Beaverton: “Goonies” will be showing at Beaverton City Park at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment will begin at 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Vancouver: “Bee Movie” will be showing at Tech Center Park (172nd Ave & Mill Plain) at sunset (around 9:00 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Movie in Wilsonville: “Barnyard” will be showing at Memorial Park. Lawn opens at 8:15 pm; movie starts at dusk. Visit the event website for more information (click on “Movies in the Park” under City Seasonal Events).
Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at Shute Park Amphitheatre in Hillsboro. Visit the event website for more information.
Author Win McCormack will talk about his new book “You Don’t Know Me: A Citizen’s Guide to Republican Family Values” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside. Visit the Powell’s website for more information.
Saturday, August 23
Oregon Symphony Festival and Concert: At Mt. Scott Park (SE 72nd & Harold), this family-friendly event starts at 2:00 pm with performances by local entertainers, instrument petting zoos, art displays, and more. At 7:00 pm, the Oregon Symphony will perform music from the worlds of opera, ballet, television, film and Broadway. Visit the event website for more information.
Mocha Moms Back-to-School Education and Health Fair: This event includes entertainment for kids, free food, and information on kids’ nutrition, education and more. Reflections Coffeehouse & Bookstore (446 NE Killingsworth), 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Geek Fair 2008: Free Geek Community Technology Center is celebrating its eighth anniversary with a street party including live music, kids’ activities, and more. 1731 SE 10th Ave, noon to 6:00 pm. Find more information at the event website or here.
Electronics Recycling Event: Bring your unwanted electronic products to the Portland Expo Center (2060 North Marine Drive) to be recycled for free. 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Find more information here.
Crocheted Coral Reef Community Project Celebration: This event celebrates the creation of a crocheted coral reef by more than 35 artists. The project’s purpose is to increase awareness of the world’s endangered coral reefs. Gossamer (2418 E. Burnside St), 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Zine Symposium: This two-day event (August 23–24) will be held in the Smith Memorial Ballroom on the Portland State University Campus. The symposium includes workshops, panel discussions and information on zines and zine culture. Visit the event website for more information.
Matt Dishman Community Center “Block Party”: This community event includes refreshments, music, arts & crafts, free swim, and more. Noon to 4:00 pm. Visit the Portland Parks website for more information.
Far Southwest Uniting Neighbors Picnic and Ice Cream Social: Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, appetites, and favorite food. This is an event for all ages and will include ice cream, games and activities. PCC Sylvania (on the field above the track), 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. More information can be found here.
Ceremonial Opening of the Vancouver Land Bridge: To celebrate the completion of the Vancouver Land Bridge, the public is invited to participate in an inaugural walk, and listen to speeches by artist Maya Lin and others. Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, 9:00 am. Visit the event website for more information.
Dedication of the Bird Blind at the Sandy River Delta: The public is invited to take a family-friendly one-mile walk to the completed elliptical bird blind on the Sandy River Delta in Troutdale. At 4:00 pm, there will be an ice cream social and speeches by artist Maya Lin and others. For more information (particularly about parking), visit the event website.
Portland author Lance Kramer will present activities for kids from his book “Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself” at Airplay Café (701 E. Burnside St) at 11:00 am. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Providence Stage Band (40s big band) will perform at Laurelhurst Park (SE 35 & Oak) at 5:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Gordon Lee will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Jon Garcia (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
75th Anniversary Hoedown at Rock Creek Tavern: The Tavern is celebrating with performances by The Brothers Jam, Old Elbows and 2 Licks 2 Many; kids’ entertainment by “The Balloon Guy” Joe Mishkin; and food and drink specials. For the schedule of events, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.
Portland Movies in the Park: “The Princess Bride” will be showing at Lents Park (SE 92nd Ave & Holgate Blvd) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who” will be showing at Hazeltine Park (5416 SE Flavel Dr) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie at Tualatin Commons: “Hairspray” will be showing at about 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Troutdale: “My Dog Skip” will be showing at dark (approximately 8:40 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Fernhill Park (NE 37th Ave & Ainsworth St, on the NE 41st Ave side) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at Shute Park Amphitheatre in Hillsboro. Visit the event website for more information.
Author Jill Malone will talk about her book “Red Audrey and the Roping” at 4:00 pm at In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 NE Killingsworth St). Visit the event website for more information.
Author Kelli Stanley will do a book signing at Murder by the Book (3210 SE Hawthorne Blvd) at 2:00 pm. Visit the MBTB website for more information.
Sunday, August 24
Portland Zine Symposium: This two-day event (August 23–24) will be held in the Smith Memorial Ballroom on the Portland State University Campus. The symposium includes workshops, panel discussions and information on zines and zine culture. Visit the event website for more information.
Collector Car and Wooden Boat Show in Lake Oswego: The car show will be held at George Rogers Park and will include about 200 cars. The boat show will be held at the Lake Oswego Corporation docks and at least 30 classic wooden boats will be on display. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. More information can be found here or here.
Forest Music in Tryon Creek State Park: Sweet Thunder (jazz) will perform at Tryon Creek Park at 2:00 pm. Visit the Tryon website for more information.
Lake Oswego Concerts in the Park: Misty River will perform at Millennium Plaza Park at 6:00 pm. Visit the Lake Oswego website for more information.
Jack McMahon (website) will perform at Edgefield at 5:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
”Raising Arizona” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Fernhill Park (NE 37th Ave & Ainsworth St, on the NE 41st Ave side) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at Shute Park Amphitheatre in Hillsboro. Visit the event website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.
It is 88 degrees in my house, and all I can think about is Elaine from “Seinfeld” yelling, “The heat! My god, the heat!”
Admission is free for the events below. Be sure to drink plenty of water at those outdoor events. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (August 15–17)
Arabian Sport Horse Championship: More than 100 Arabian horses will compete in a variety of events. DevonWood Equestrian Center (on 99W about one mile south of Sherwood). All-day event starting at 8:00 am each day. For more information, visit the event website.
Friday, August 15
Kidical Mass Bike Ride: This monthly guided bike ride for kids and their families has multiplied. There will be several rides taking place around the city. The event website has most details. In addition, the SW ride will meet at Capitol Hill Elementary and ride to Gabriel Park (1.4 miles). At Gabriel Park, there will be watermelon and a potluck. Also, a fifth ride will start at Sellwood Park by the pool and go up the Springwater Corridor then back into North Sellwood. For updated information, contact Angela: angela[at]bta4bikes[dot]org.
Portland SummerFest Opera in the Park: Met Opera baritone Richard Zeller and others will perform some of “Lucia di Lammermoor” by Donizetti at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Robert Walter (website) will perform at Music Millennium at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Mood Area 52 (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
John Gross, Dave Frishberg and Charlie Doggett will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Concerts at Tualatin Commons:The Insomniacs (pop) will perform at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
The Old Yellers (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Scott Gallegos (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Flicks on the Bricks: “National Lampoon’s Vacation” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. For more information, visit the Pioneer Courthouse Square website.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” (1971 version) will be showing at Kenilworth Park (SE 34th Ave & Holgate Blvd) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Multnomah Outdoor Cinema: “School of Rock” will be showing at Multnomah Arts Center (7688 SW Capitol Hwy) at dusk. Teen rock bands The Bang and The Vegaleague will provide pre-movie entertainment from 7:30 pm to 8:45 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Flicks by the Fountain in Beaverton: “Cheaper by the Dozen” will be showing at Beaverton City Park at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment will begin at 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Vancouver: “Singing in the Rain” will be showing at Esther Short Park at sunset (around 9:00 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Milwaukie: “The Wizard of Oz” will be playing at Linwood Elementary (11909 SE Linwood Avenue) at dusk (about 8:30 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Larry Crane will talk about his book “Tape Op: The Book About Creative Music Recording, Vol. II” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside. Visit the Powell’s website for more information.
Saturday, August 16
Hawthorne Day Street Fair: There’s so much going on at this event: live music, free fitness classes from One With Heart, children’s activities and entertainment, free matinees at the Bagdad Theater, and more. 11:00 am to 6:00 pm on SE Hawthorne from 30th to 50th. Visit the event website for the full schedule of activities.
Multnomah Days Celebration: This event includes a parade, more than 60 vendors (art, food, etc.), roving musicians, street performers, interactive booths and more. The parade starts at 10:00 am, and the party continues until 5:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Adult Soap Box Derby: About 40 racers will take part in this annual event at Mount Tabor Park (SE 60th & Salmon St), 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. View KPTV’s report on the upcoming race here.
Seaport Celebration: Port of Portland will host kids’ activities, equipment demonstrations, and tours of the dock. Captain Bogg & Salty will perform at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm, and the ILWU will grill food while supplies last. Terminal 6 (7201 N. Marine Drive), 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Music Millennium’s Annual Customer Appreciation BBQ: The party runs from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm with a different band performing each hour. Music Millennium is located at East Burnside and 32nd. Visit the event website for more information.
Woodstock Family Picnic: The annual Woodstock Picnic includes live music, games and food vendors (or bring your own picnic). Woodstock Park (SE 47th at Steele Street) from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Fair: This event begins at noon with a parade followed by games, food vendors, informational booths and entertainment until 5:00 pm. Raymond Park (SE 118th Ave & Raymond St). More information can be found here.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Conjunto Alegre (Caribbean dance party) will perform at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Lynn Darroch (website) will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Shane” will be showing at Sewallcrest Park (SE 31st Avenue & Market Street) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies at Tualatin Commons: “Wizard of Oz” will be showing at about 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Clackamas: “Surf’s Up” will be playing at Pfeifer Park (14074 SE 139th Avenue) at dusk (about 8:30 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Troutdale: “Bee Movie” will be showing at Columbia Park at dark (approximately 8:40 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Gabriel Park (SW 45th Avenue and SW Nevada Court, past the tennis courts) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Sunday, August 17
India Festival: The India Cultural Association of Portland invites all to enjoy Indian music, dancing, food and more at Pioneer Courthouse Square from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Lents Founder’s Day Celebration: This event kicks off with a parade at noon starting at the Wattles Boys and Girls Club and traveling north around Lents Park (SE 92nd & Holgate). At the park, there’ll be free food, music, kids’ activities and more until 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website or contact Judy Welch at 503-771-4667.
Pickin’ on Sunday at Doug Fir: Matt Sheehy and Kele Goodwin will perform at 3:00 pm on the patio. Visit the Doug Fir website for details.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Portland Festival Symphony will perform at Laurelhurst Park (SE 35th & Oak) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Forest Music in Tryon Creek State Park:Beltaine (Celtic) will perform at Tryon Creek Park at 2:00 pm. Visit the Tryon website for more information.
Lake Oswego Concerts in the Park:Gypsy Soul (acoustic folk rock) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park at 6:00 pm. Visit the Lake Oswego website for more information.
Sky in the Road (website) will perform at Edgefield at 5:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
The James Bond classic “Thunderball” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
The documentary “The Hollywood Librarian: A Look at Librarians through Film” will be showing at Central Library (801 SW 10th Avenue) at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Gabriel Park (SW 45th Avenue and SW Nevada Court, past the tennis courts) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, feel free to contact me.
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
All weekend (August 8–10)
Little League Softball World Series: The series runs from August 7–13, 2008, at Alpenrose Field (6149 SW Shattuck Road). For the complete schedule of games, visit the event website.
Multnomah Centennial: A variety of events will take place from August 8–17 in the Multnomah neighborhood to celebrate its 100th birthday. Visit the event website for more information.
Friday, August 8
Health Net Portland Twilight Criterium: Cyclists will be vying for the biggest cash prize in the region. The event takes place on the North Park Blocks in downtown Portland, and will include a free helmet giveaway for kids at 5:30 pm. Racing starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Lower Fremont 2nd Friday Artwalk and Sidewalk Sale: More than 40 artists and crafters will display and sell their work on NE Fremont at 13th & 14th Avenues. This event takes place on the second Friday of each month from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Visit the Irvington Community website for more information.
Tualatin Crawfish Festival: On Friday night, admission is free. There’ll be live music, and you can purchase samples of crawfish dishes from local restaurants. The festival continues on Saturday with a small admission fee. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: The Balkan Fusion Project will perform at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Rachel Taylor Brown and Lisa Stringfield (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Jesse Young (website) will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Erin Adkisson (website) will perform at Hawthorne Theatre at 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Sugar Q Burlesque Club (website) and Emerson Valentine Lyon (website) will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Avenue) at 9:00 pm. Visit the Someday Lounge website for more information.
Alexa Wiley (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Moon Mountain Ramblers (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Liberty Plaza Concert Series:Braxton Bragg and Rock Residue will perform at 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, respectively. Liberty Plaza is located in downtown Oregon City next to the Clackamas County Courthouse. Visit the event website for more information.
Flicks on the Bricks: “Ghost Busters” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. For more information, visit the Pioneer Courthouse Square website.
Portland Movies in the Park: “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial” will be showing at Laurelhurst Park (SE 39th Avenue & Stark Street) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Flicks by the Fountain in Beaverton: “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” will be showing at Beaverton City Park at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment will begin at 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Vancouver: “Raiders of the Lost Ark” will be showing at the Historic Reserve Parade Ground at sunset (around 9:00 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Wilsonville: “Shrek the Third” will be showing at the River Shelter in Memorial Park at dusk (lawn opens at 8:15 pm). Visit the event website for more information. (Click on “Movies in the Park” under City Seasonal Events)
Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Saturday, August 9
Sunset Criterium: This event includes races for men, women and children, as well as live music in the afternoon. Bethany Village Shopping Center (15320 NW Central Drive) from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Rockin’ Round The Block Car Show in Gresham: Over 700 classic street rods and custom cars from all over the Northwest will be on display in Historic Downtown Gresham. The event also includes a parade (10:00 am) and KidsZone Playland. 10:00 am to 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Tualatin Library Grand Opening Celebration: Tour the recently expanded library, enjoy refreshments and listen to live music. 11:30 am. Visit the Tualatin Library website for more information.
Another Cynthia (website), Oh Darling (website), New York Rifles (website), and The Wanteds (website) will perform at Doug Fir (830 East Burnside) at 9:00 pm. Visit the Doug Fir website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Portland Festival Symphony will perform at Grant Park (NE 36th & Brazee) at 6:00 pm. For details, visit the event website.
Portland Concerts in the Park: “Sanyu! An Evening of Gospel and Much More” will take place at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Matt Tabor (website) and Chance Hayden (website) will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
James FareTheeWell (website) and Carter Sampson (website) will perform at Hawthorne Theatre at 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
The Royal Motel Orchestra will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Lincoln Crockett (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Brad Creel & The Reel Deel (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Zathura: A Space Adventure” will be showing at Dickinson Park (SW 55th Avenue & Alfred Court) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Milwaukie: “Shrek the Third” will be playing at Candy Lane Elementary (5901 SE Hull Street) at dusk (about 8:30 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Troutdale: “City Slickers” will be showing at Columbia Park at dark (approximately 8:40 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Uptown Movie Night in Vancouver: “Goonies” will be showing outside on 23rd and Main Street in downtown Vancouver at 8:45 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Washington Park (SW Washington Way, in the lower park, just North of the Holocaust Memorial) at 3:00 pm. This performance will be ASL interpreted. Visit the PAE website for details.
Northwest Classical Theatre Company will perform William Shakespeare’s “Troilus & Cressida” at 3:00 pm in Woodlawn Park (NE 13th Avenue & Dekum). For details, visit the event website.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Powell’s will host a hands-on project-building event for the book “Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself” at 11:00 am at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd). Visit the Powell’s website for more information.
Ivy Manning will sign copies of her book “The Farm to Table Cookbook” at the Hollywood Farmer’s Market (NE Hancock between 44th and 45th Avenues) from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Visit Ivy’s website for more information.
Portland artist Inge Bruggeman will give an informal talk at the Central Library (801 SW 10th Avenue) at 1:00 pm. Bruggeman has been making fine press artist’s books for more than 15 years, and many of her books and broadsides are on display at the library. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Beaverton Modular Railroad Club will have models set up at the Beaverton Library and will be available to answer questions. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Visit the library website for more information.
Sunday, August 10
Dove35 Birthday Party: DoveLewis Animal Hospital invites you, your kids, and your dogs (leashed with ID) to its 35th birthday party at Pioneer Courthouse Square (SW 6th & Morrison) from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There’ll be live music, kids’ activities and more. Visit the event website for more information.
Pickin’ on Sunday at Doug Fir: Michael Dean Damron and James Low will perform at 3:00 pm on the patio. Visit the Doug Fir website for details.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Portland Festival Symphony and 3 Leg Torso will perform at Washington Park at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Forest Music in Tryon Creek State Park: Westside Singers (show tunes, ’40s favorites) will perform at Tryon Creek Park at 2:00 pm. Visit the Tryon website for more information.
The Sam Howard Band (jazz, website) will perform at 7:00 pm at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Avenue). Visit the Someday Lounge website for more information.
Lake Oswego Concerts in the Park:The Trail Band (acoustic folk) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park at 6:00 pm. Visit the Lake Oswego website for more information.
“Barton Fink” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” at Washington Park (SW Washington Way, in the lower park, just North of the Holocaust Memorial) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Northwest Classical Theatre Company will perform William Shakespeare’s “Troilus & Cressida” at 3:00 pm in Woodlawn Park (NE 13th Avenue & Dekum). For details, visit the event website.
Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Author Ron Lovell will be reading at Murder by the Book at 5:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Beaverton Modular Railroad Club will have models set up at the Beaverton Library and will be available to answer questions. 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Visit the library website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, feel free to contact me.
This weekend is another example of too many cool events, too little time. What will you choose?
Admission is free for all events below. Have a great weekend!
Friday, August 1
Art Shows and Openings:
“Thirty-one!”: Thirty-one artists accepted the challenge to paint thirty-one paintings in thirty-one days. The resulting 961 paintings will be on display at OM Tradition Arts (14 NE 10th Avenue and E. Burnside) beginning at 3:00 pm. Then they will be on sale from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Artists for the Arts. Visit the event website for more information.
“Mischief”: The 100th Monkey Studio (110 SE 16th Avenue) will host an opening for this exhibit featuring the work of 16 artists. Music will be provided by local Portland teen band, The Vegaleague. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Zimbabwe Artists Project will host an opening for a month-long exhibit in the Olympic Mills Commerce Building (107 SE Washington Street, Suite 162). Music will be provided by Wood Vibrations. 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Visit DIY Alert for more information.
Free Admission Night at Portland Children’s Museum: It’s the first Friday of the month, which means admission to the Portland Children’s Museum is free from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Portland Children’s Museum website.
First Friday in Multnomah Village: During this monthly event, shops and galleries stay open late and offer special events, sales and complimentary refreshments. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the Multnomah Village website.
First Friday Art Walk in Troutdale: On the first Friday of each month, businesses in downtown Troutdale host local artists exhibiting their work. 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Visit the City of Troutdale website for more information.
First Friday in Downtown Camas: This month’s event is a special one. Over a dozen musical acts are scheduled to perform, and over 30 artists will display their work. 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm in downtown Camas (4th Avenue, from Dallas to Adams and adjoining streets). For more information, visit the Downtown Camas website.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Grupo Antifaz (regional Mexican) will perform at Fernhill Park (NE 37th & Ainsworth) at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Dance performance:Metro Dancers (classical to contemporary dance) will perform at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Dan Gaynor will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Lisa Forkish (website) will perform at Hawthorne Theatre at 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Tualatin Concerts on the Commons:Django’s Cadillac (jazz) will perform at Tualatin Commons at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Jack McMahon Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern at 9:00 pm. Visit the Rock Creek Tavern website for more information.
Flicks on the Bricks: “The Birdcage” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. For more information, visit the Pioneer Courthouse Square website.
Multnomah Outdoor Cinema: “The Princess Bride” will be showing at Multnomah Arts Center at dusk. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Shrek 3” will be showing at Gabriel Park (SW 45th Avenue & Vermont Street) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Flicks by the Fountain in Beaverton: “Bee Movie” will be showing at Beaverton City Park at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment will begin at 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movies in Vancouver: “The Princess Bride” will be showing at Esther Short Park at sunset (around 9:00 pm). Visit the event website for more information.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Saturday, August 2
Red Bull Flugtag: Fearless flyers will launch their creative contraptions (and themselves) into the air over the Willamette River. The event will take place at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and will open at 11:00 am, with first flight scheduled for 1:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Obon Fest: Obon is an annual Japanese festival commemorating one’s ancestors. This Fest will include taiko performances, kids’ activities, food vendors, and Obon dancing, which everyone is invited to try. Oregon Buddhist Temple (3720 SE 34th Street), 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. You can read about my experience at Obon 2007 here. Visit the event website for more information.
Iranian Festival: The event includes traditional Iranian and Kurdish musical performances, classical and modern Persian dance performances, children’s activities, Iranian food vendors, and more. Portland State University South Park Blocks, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Visit the PSU website for more information.
Kids’ Summer Block Party in the Pearl: This event includes a Greasy Kid Stuff Dance Party, fashion show, puppet theatre, activities hosted by The Children’s Museum, and more at Jamison Square Park (NW 11th and Johnson). REI will host free rock climbing at NW 14th and Johnson. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Visit the REI website for more information.
Central Library Block Party: This outdoor celebration includes a performance by Captain Bogg & Salty at 2:00 pm, and kids’ activities from noon–4:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Parkrose Festival & Cruise-In: This street fair will take place along NE Sandy Blvd from NE 105th to NE 112nd, starting at 9:00 am. In addition to the cruise-in (paid participation, but viewing is free), there’ll be children’s activities, food vendors and more. Visit the event website for more information.
Fremont Fest: This event includes a parade, children’s scavenger hunt and other activities, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides and more. Between 40th and 52nd on Fremont, starting at about 9:45 am. Read more about it here.
Celebrate Hillsboro: This two-day event takes place in downtown Hillsboro and includes activities and entertainment for the whole family. Visit the event website for more information.
Ten Tiny Dances: Artists will perform 10 dances in 10 different locations in the South Waterfront neighborhood from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Each performance will be repeated throughout the evening. Pick up a map at the corner of SW Moody and Curry by 4:00 pm to make sure you have time to see all performances. Visit the event website for more information.
GreenWalks: Explore Hoyt Arboretum (4000 SW Fairview Blvd) with a guide from Portland Parks & Recreation. 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Appropriate for adults and families. Visit the PP&R website for details.
Hillsdale-to-River Guided Walk: This is a 4.5-mile walk. Meet at 9:00 am at Wilson High School parking lot. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Portland Festival Symphony will perform at Cathedral Park (under the St. Johns Bridge, North Lombard at the Willamette River) at 6:00 pm. For details, visit the event website.
Americana Music: The Stumptown Stars will perform multiple genres of Americana music at the Belmont Library at 3:00 pm. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Ezra Weiss and Renato Caranto will perform at RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way) at 8:00 pm. Visit the PDX Jazz website for details.
Marie Black (website) will perform at Hawthorne Theatre at 9:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Miss Michael Jodell (website) and Matt Brown will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Kate Mann (website) will perform at Edgefield at 7:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” (1971 version) will be showing at DeNorval Unthank Park (510 North Shaver Street) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Tualatin Movies on the Common: “Bee Movie” will be showing at Tualatin Commons at about 9:00 pm (movie begins after sunset). Visit the event website for more information.
Outdoor Movie in Milwaukie: “The Spiderwick Chronicles” will be showing at Ardenwald Park (3667 SE Roswell Street) at dusk. Visit the event website for more information.
Uptown Movie Night in Vancouver: “Fly Away Home” will be showing outside on 23rd and Main Street in downtown Vancouver at 8:45 pm. Love Trucker will provide music at about 8:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” in Lynchwood Park (SE Haig and SE 174th, between Division and Powell) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Northwest Classical Theatre Company will perform William Shakespeare’s “Troilus & Cressida” at 3:00 pm in Woodlawn Park (NE 13th Avenue & Dekum). For details, visit the event website.
Masque Alfresco will perform Carlo Goldoni’s “Servant of Two Masters” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Buggy Puppet Show: Penny’s Puppets will perform “Scout’s Grand Adventure” at noon at Sellwood-Moreland Library. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Author William P. Young will talk about his book “The Shack” at Gresham Library at 1:00 pm. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Children’s author Susan Fletcher will do a reading and book signing at Barnes & Noble in Vancouver at 11:00 am. Visit the B&N website for more information.
Children’s author Bart King will talk about his books “The Pocket Guide to Mischief” and “The Pocket Guide to Games” at A Children’s Place Bookstore at 1:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Author Barbara Pope will sign copies of her new novel “Cezanne’s Quarry” at Barnes & Noble in Vancouver at 1:00 pm. Visit the B&N website for more information.
Sunday, August 3
Sellwood Sundae in the Park: This event includes live music, children’s activities and entertainment, and a showing of the movie “Nancy Drew” (which is also listed below). Sellwood Park (SE 7th Avenue and Miller Street), noon to 11:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Celebrate Hillsboro: This two-day event takes place in downtown Hillsboro and includes activities and entertainment for the whole family. Visit the event website for more information.
Jerry Garcia Birthday Bash at Edgefield: The Garcia Birthday Band will perform at 1:00 pm, and the Freak Mountain Ramblers will perform at 6:00 pm. Visit the Edgefield website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Stephanie Schneiderman Band (indie pop) will perform at McCoy Park (North Fiske between Trenton & Fessenden) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.
Forest Music in Tryon Creek State Park: Puddin’ River Jazz Band will perform at Tryon Creek Park at 2:00 pm. Visit the Tryon website for more information.
Portland Concerts in the Park: Portland Festival Symphony will perform at Washington Park Amphitheater Stage at 6:00 pm. For details, visit the event website.
Lake Oswego Concerts in the Park:Stolen Sweets and Blue 4 Trio (Vintage Swing Jazz) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park at 6:00 pm. Visit the Lake Oswego website for more information.
Tualatin Hills Concerts in the Parks: Keith Greeninger Trio will perform at Kaiser Woods Park at 6:00 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
”Rear Window” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St., 503.233.5656.
Portland Movies in the Park: “Nancy Drew” will be showing at Sellwood Park (SE 7th Avenue and Miller Street) at dusk (between 8:00 pm and 8:45 pm). Pre-movie entertainment starts at 6:30 pm. Visit the event website for more information.
Sunday Cinema Classics at St. Johns Library: “To Have and Have Not” will be showing at 2:00 pm. Free tickets for limited seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Visit the Multnomah County Library website for more information.
Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” in Lynchwood Park (SE Haig and SE 174th, between Division and Powell) at 3:00 pm. Visit the PAE website for details.
Northwest Classical Theatre Company will perform William Shakespeare’s “Troilus & Cressida” at 3:00 pm in Woodlawn Park (NE 13th Avenue & Dekum). For details, visit the event website.
Masque Alfresco will perform Moliere’s “School for Wives” at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. Visit the event website for more information.
Authors Jules Boykoff and Kaia Sand will talk about their book “Landscapes of Dissent: Guerrilla Poetry and Public Space“ at 4:00 pm at Powell’s Books on Hawthorne (3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd). Visit the Powell’s website for more information.
If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, feel free to contact me.
