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Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 31–August 2

Reminder: Admission to OMSI is just $2 on Sunday.

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • Washington County Fair: Enjoy live music, livestock exhibits, motorsports events, carnival rides, and more. Admission is free. 873 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “The Liar” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 6:30 pm at George Rogers Park Memorial Garden in Lake Oswego. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, July 31

  • Voodoo Bar-B-Q will perform at Fernhill Park (NE 37th, north of Ainsworth), 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Rachel Taylor Brown and Drew Norman (Professor Gall) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Jack McMahon (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Larry Gillis Band will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • “Zathura: A Space Adventure” will be showing at Cathedral Park (N. Edison St & Pittsburg Ave) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Kung Fu Panda” will be showing at Kenilworth Park (SE 34th Ave & Holgate Blvd) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Indiana Jones & the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” will be showing at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park (NE 136th Ave, north of NE 9th St in Vancouver) at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm). The movie will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Kung Fu Panda” will be showing at Memorial Park in Wilsonville at dusk. For more information, visit the event website (once you click on the link, look under “City Seasonal Events” and click on “Movies in the Park”).

Saturday, August 1

  • Mount Tabor Park Centennial Celebration: Celebrate the park’s first 100 years. This two-day event includes live music, art show, car and truck show, ice cream social, bike show, kids parade, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Obon Fest: Obon is an annual Japanese festival commemorating one’s ancestors. The event includes traditional dances that everyone can participate in, taiko, food, and more. Oregon Buddhist Temple (3720 SE 34th), 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Iranian Festival: This event includes dancing, games, Persian food, live music, and more. South Park Blocks at Portland State University, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website (PDF file).

  • Parkrose Festival & Cruise-in: Bring the family to enjoy fun and festivities including a “cruise-in” car show, live music, kids activities, and more. NE Sandy Blvd from NE 105th to NE 112th Ave, starting at 9:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bank of America Museums on Us: BofA customers can get free admission to the Pittock Mansion and the Portland Art Museum. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Overlook Village Celebration: The event includes street vendors, artists, live entertainment, and more. North Killingsworth St, west of I-5, 9:00 am to 10:00 pm. For more information, visit Neighborhood Notes.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The First Part of King Henry IV” at Laurelhurst Park (SE 35th Ave and SE Oak St, near “picnic area F” in the center of the park) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Festival Symphony will perform works by Haydn and Beethoven at 6:00 pm at Cathedral Park, under the St Johns Bridge. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dance Performance: Metro Dancers and other performers will treat the audience to a diverse program of family-friendly entertainment. Washington Park, 6:30 pm (Amphitheater Stage). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Concert for Kids: Join singer/songwriter and storyteller Courtney Campbell in creating and being characters in “Dinosaur in the Backyard,” “The Dancing Princess” and other hilarious songs. Sellwood-Moreland Library (7860 SE 13th Ave), 11:00 am to noon. Free tickets for seating will be available at 10:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • TBA:09 in a Nutshell: Erin Boberg Doughton and Kristan Kennedy of Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA) will present and share their thoughts on the artists, ideas, and themes of TBA:09. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Steve Cheseborough (website) will perform 1920s- and 1930s-style blues music at Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Tony Pacini (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Dance of India: Dancers, led by choreographer, dancer, and teacher Jayanthi Raman, will present a demonstration and lecture of classical India dance, accompanied by a live orchestra. Beaverton City Library (12375 SW Fifth), 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Mood Area 52 (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Kris Deelane (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Garcia Birthday Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 7:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • “Shrek” will be showing at Earl Boyles Park (SE 112th Ave & Boise St) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • ”Mamma Mia” will be showing at Mary S. Young Park in West Linn at dusk (around 8:45). Kids activities start at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Kung Fu Panda” will be showing after sunset to Tualatin Commons. For more information, visit the event website (PDF file).

Sunday, August 2

  • Mount Tabor Park Centennial Celebration: Celebrate the park’s first 100 years. This two-day event includes live music, art show, car and truck show, ice cream social, bike show, kids parade, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bike Beaverton: This event includes a six-mile family ride, bike rodeo for kids, ice cream social, live music, and more. Beaverton’s City Park (SW 5th St at Hall Blvd), starting at 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bank of America Museums on Us: BofA customers can get free admission to the Pittock Mansion and the Portland Art Museum. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The First Part of King Henry IV” at Laurelhurst Park (SE 35th Ave and SE Oak St, near “picnic area F” in the center of the park) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Jerry Garcia Birthday Bash: This event includes live music from the Garcia Birthday Band and Freak Mountain Ramblers, along with food and beverage specials, and more. Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale), all day. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Festival Symphony will perform works by Souza, Haydn, Mendelssohn and Beethoven at 6:00 pm at Washington Park Amphitheater. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Leonard Mynx and Audie Darling will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Michael Allen Harrison and Julianne R. Johnson-Weiss will perform at McCoy Park (N. Fiske, between Trenton & Fessenden) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Super XX Man and Shoeshine Blue will perform at Doug Fir starting at 3:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Connie Bieberach and Armonia Latina will perform at Tryon Creek State Park at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Joe Powers (website) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park (First & Evergreen Streets, Lake Oswego), 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Thad Beckman Trio and Jon Koonce will perform at 6:00 pm at Kaiser Woods Park (NW Goldenweed Dr and Dawnwood Dr). For more information, visit the event website.

  • “The Virgin Suicides” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Sunday Cinema Classics: “The Mouse that Roared” will be showing at St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave) at 2:00 pm. Free tickets for limited seating will be available at 1:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • ”Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” will be showing at Sellwood Park (SE 7th Ave & Miller St) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 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.

2 comments July 30th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 24–26

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • East Portland Exposition (EPO XPO): This event includes entertainment, food, exhibits, and a wide variety of educational presentations and demonstrations designed to enhance quality of life for all attendees. Funtastic will host a carnival. Ed Benedict Community Park (SE Powell Blvd between 100th Ave and 104th Ave). For more information, visit the event website.

  • PDX Pop Now: This all-ages music festival takes place at Rotture (320 SE 2nd Ave) all weekend. About 50 bands will perform. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Oregon Brewers Festival: Entrance is free if you want to walk around, check out the food vendors, or listen to the live music. In order to consume beer at the OBF, you must purchase a taster package. For more information, visit the event website.

  • JAW: A Playwrights Festival is Portland Center Stage’s developmental festival of new work for the stage. This weekend, the event features workshop readings of 6 plays-in-progress. The readings allow the playwrights to collaborate with professional actors and dramaturges and expose an early draft of their work to audience feedback. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Masque Alfresco will perform Goldoni’s “The Liar” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 6:30 pm on the Beaverton Library Lawn (12375 SW 5th St and Hall Blvd, Beaverton). For more information, visit the event website.

  • ArtSplash is Tualatin’s local juried art show and sale held on the Commons lakefront (8325 SW Nyberg Street) the last weekend in July. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, July 24

  • Portland Art Museum Free Friday: Beginning July 24, the museum will offer free admission the fourth Friday of every month from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Milwaukie Daze Festival: The two-day celebration will kick off on Friday night with a free outdoor movie. On Saturday, enjoy a parade, games, art show, live music, a fireworks display, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Camas Days Festival: This two-day event includes live music, bathtub races, kids activities, a parade, and more. Downtown Camas. For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Thermals (website) will perform at 6:00 pm at Jackpot Records-Downtown (203 SW 9th Ave). For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Valiant Arms (website) will perform at Fernhill Park (NE 37th, north of Ainsworth), 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Chance Hayden (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Pete Krebs Trio (website) will perform at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Sky in the Road (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • The Brothers Jam (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Tom Grant Band (website) will perform at Tualatin Commons (8325 SW Nyberg St) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Dirty Dancing” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” will be showing at Brentwood Park (SE 60th Ave & Duke St) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “The Tale of Despereaux” will be showing at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park (NE 136th Ave, north of NE 9th St in Vancouver) at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm). The movie will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Howard Dean will talk about his book “Howard Dean’s Prescription for Real Healthcare Reform” at 12:00 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Jim Lynch will talk about his book “Border Songs” at Tigard Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard) at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, July 25

  • Division/Clinton Street Fair: This event includes a parade, music, kids activities, eating contests, and more. The fun takes place on SE Division from 11th to 50th and SE Clinton from 14th to 28th. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Milwaukie Daze Festival: The two-day celebration will kick off on Friday night with a free outdoor movie. On Saturday, enjoy a parade, games, art show, live music, a fireworks display, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Camas Days Festival: This two-day event includes live music, bathtub races, kids activities, a parade, and more. Downtown Camas. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Party in the Park: This event, hosted by Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District, includes giant inflatables, arts and crafts, music and entertainment, sports, clinics and demonstrations, and more. Howard M. Terpenning Complex on 158th and Walker Road in Beaverton. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ho`ike and Hawaiian Festival: This event includes hula dancers, Portland Taiko, Native Tribal dancers, Polynesian singers, arts and crafts, and more. Esther Short Park (W. Columbia St and 8th St, Vancouver), 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • National Day of the American Cowboy: Get your boots, jeans, and gear on and come learn how to rope, listen to country music, enjoy cowboy poetry by Duane Nelson, along with a barbecue lunch and some good old country fun. Happy Trails Riding Center (20560 Fernview Road, West Linn), 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Star Trek in the Park: Portland actors, accompanied by live music and effects, will bring the classic Star Trek episode “Amok Time” to life at the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater (NE 13th Ave & Dekum St), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Steve’s Creature Feature: Explore the amazing world of reptiles at Dewitt Park (1805 SW DeWitt St), 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Family-Friendly Theatre: Beaverton City Library Auditorium (12375 SW 5th St) will host a live performance of the play “Slue Foot Sue and Pecos Bill” at 11:00 am and “A Bad Year for Tomatoes” at 2:00 pm. For reservations, contact 503.626.1936 or beavertontheatre [at] gmail [dot] com. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ten Toe Express Guided Walk: Check out the newest parks and Greenway trails along the Willamette on this urban stroll past some of Portland’s most interesting greenspaces. Meet at the North Park Blocks (NW Park and Burnside) at 9:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Birding 101: Please bring your bird identification guide, binoculars, notebook and water bottle. This class is best suited for adults and children ages 10 and up. First hour will be inside with background information and second hour in the field. Tryon Creek State Park, 10:00 am to noon. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dutch Oven Cooking: Pioneers used these cast iron pots on a regular basis, and today outdoor enthusiasts are making them a part of their outdoor camping experience. Our staff will give you insight into charcoal in the park and then cook with it as we share a treat. Tryon Creek State Park, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Music of India: Enjoy a presentation of classical music from India hosted by Jayanthi Raman, a well-known Portland artist and teacher, and featuring bamboo flautist V.K. Raman, accompanied by percussionists. Beaverton City Library (12375 SW Fifth), 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Anson Wright (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Michael Manning & the Carolina Pump Station (website) will perform at Rose City Park (NE 62nd & Tillamook) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • James Low & Ezra Holbrook will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Eric John Kaiser (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Moon Mountain Ramblers (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 7:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • “Dirty Dancing” will be showing at Colonel Summers Park (SE 17th Ave & Taylor St) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit ” will be showing after sunset to Tualatin Commons. For more information, visit the event website (PDF file).

  • Simplify Sale: This event includes a yard sale, outdoor concert and BBQ, and more. Dream Acres (13691 SW Morgan Rd, Sherwood), 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. For early comers: free section with lots of goodies. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Market Day Poetry Reading: Sam Lohmann, Allison Cobb and David Abel will read at St Johns Booksellers (8622 N. Lombard) at noon. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, July 26

  • Oswego Food & Wine Festival: Tasty fare from local restaurants, and an array of musicians will once again come together in the heart of Lake Oswego. Millennium Plaza Park (200 First Street, Lake Oswego), noon to 8:00 pm. $5 suggested donation. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Star Trek in the Park: Portland actors, accompanied by live music and effects, will bring the classic Star Trek episode “Amok Time” to life at the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater (NE 13th Ave & Dekum St), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dogs Gone Dancin’: Enjoy a spectacular show of Canine Freestyle performed by regional teams. See their winning dance routines, meet the dogs, and ask questions. Holgate Library (7905 SE Holgate Blvd), 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Patrick Lamb will perform at McCoy Park (N. Fiske, between Trenton & Fessenden) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Marty Marqui (Blitzen Trapper) and Haley Bonar will perform at Doug Fir starting at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Rose City Timberliners Barbershop Chorus will perform at Tryon Creek State Park at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Aaron Meyer (website) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park (First & Evergreen Streets, Lake Oswego), 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Native American flutist Jan Michael Looking Wolf will perform at Tigard Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard) at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Old Yellers (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • West Linn Community Chorus Ensemble will perform at the West Linn Public Library (1595 Burns St, West Linn) at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Shakes the Clown” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

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.

Add comment July 23rd, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 10–12

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, July 10

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “King Lear” at Cathedral Park (under the bridge at N. Edison St and N. Philadelphia Ave) at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Tony Furtado (website) will perform at Fernhill Park (NE 37th, north of Ainsworth) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Grant Richards will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Dust Bowl Refugees will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Ryan Vandordrecht will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Brent Alan (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Ellen Whyte (website) will perform at Tualatin Commons (8325 SW Nyberg St) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Smoky & the Flames and Rock Residue will perform at Liberty Plaza in Oregon City starting at 5:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. Free popcorn provided by Cricket. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Kung Fu Panda” will be showing at Berkeley Park (SE 39th Ave & Bybee Blvd) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Journey to the Center of the Earth” (3-D) will be showing at Esther Short Park (W. Columbia St and 8th St, Vancouver) at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm). The movie will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Hotel for Dogs” will be showing at Happy Valley Park at dusk. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Mary Guterson will talk about her book “Gone to the Dogs” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, July 11

  • Mississippi Ave Street Fair: The event includes live music, children’s activities, beer tasting, and more. All activities take place on Mississippi Avenue (between N. Fremont and N. Skidmore), 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. For more information and schedule of activities, visit the event website.

  • Pearl District Bastille Day Festival: The event features a waiter race, live music, theatre, French food, children’s activities, and more. Jamison Square Park (810 NW 11th Ave), noon to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pix Patisserie Bastille Day Block Party: The event includes live music, waiter race, bartender throwdown, car show, Iron Chef competition, and more. Pix North (N. Failing St between N. Williams Ave and N. Vancouver Ave). For more information and schedule of activities, visit the event website.

  • Original Practice Shakespeare Festival (Ops Fest): Ops Fest performs First Folio editions of Shakespeare’s plays, using the same performance techniques as performers in Shakespeare’s time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Somerset West Park, Beaverton, 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Star Trek in the Park: Portland actors, accompanied by live music and effects, will bring the classic Star Trek episode “Amok Time” to life at the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater (NE 13th Ave & Dekum St), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • US Open Footbag (Hacky Sack) Championships: This annual event features freestyle routines by many top players from the US and Canada. The event also offers a daily Public Consecutive Kick Contest, freestyle clinics and other demonstrations. Nautilus World Headquarters (16400 SE Nautilus Drive, Vancouver), 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Set Sail! Families are invited to join Captain Curt, of Slightly Illusional, for a high seas adventure in creativity. The activities director has lined up amazing tricks, hilarious puppets, and tons of audience participation. Most suitable for grades K–5. Belmont Library (1038 SE 39th Ave), 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ten Toe Express Guided Walk: Take a free shuttle bus to the trailhead and enjoy a challenging loop through some of Forest Park’s most pristine areas. Meet at NW First & Davis, SmartPark Garage, 9:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Stories about Stumps.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dylan Tribute: James Faretheewell, Adam + Kris, Robert Richter and Drew Norman of Professor Gall will perform this tribute at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Cellist James Waldo will perform with pianist Janet Coleman at the Old Church (SW 11th and Clay) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Heather Keizur will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Sam Bam Boo will perform at Powell Butte Nature Park (SE 162nd & Powell, 1/2 mile hike uphill from parking lot) at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • David Greco will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Redwood Son (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 7:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • 8th Annual Roadhouse Brewfest: Try eight different McMenamins ales and talk to the brewers who brewed them. Enjoy live music from two bands. 11:00 am ’til close; music, brewers and balloon guy at 4:00 pm. All ages welcome (21 and over to sample ales). Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, 4045 NW Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “School of Rock” will be showing at Lents Park (SE 92nd Ave & Holgate Blvd) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Space Jam” will be showing at St. Johns Community Center. Live music from 6:00 pm. The movie starts at dusk. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Madagascar 2” will be showing after sunset to Tualatin Commons. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Selling Handmade Goods on Etsy: Learn how and why to sell your handmade goods on the largest online craft consignment store. Let instructors from the IPRC (that Independent Publishing Resource Center) be your guide. Rockwood Library (17917 SE Stark St), 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Hmong Cooking: Join authors Sami Scripter and Sheng Yang in celebrating the publication of their book “Cooking from the Heart: the Hmong Kitchen in America.” The event will feature Hmong music and a food tasting. Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Multnomah: 100 Years in Photos: Come view “Multnomah Centennial, 1908-2008,” and experience Multnomah during the past century. Multnomah Historical Association presents this DVD collection of photos and narrative; MHA members will be available for questions. Hillsdale Library (1525 SW Sunset Blvd), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Tom Dwyer and Randy White will discuss sustainable fueling and offer techniques for producing alcohol-based fuel at home. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 11:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, July 12

  • Art in the Plaza in Lake Oswego: Stroll through Millennium Plaza Park and enjoy original artwork by local artists. 200 First Street, Lake Oswego, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Star Trek in the Park: Portland actors, accompanied by live music and effects, will bring the classic Star Trek episode “Amok Time” to life at the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater (NE 13th Ave & Dekum St), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • US Open Footbag (Hacky Sack) Championships: This annual event features freestyle routines by many top players from the US and Canada. The event also offers a daily Public Consecutive Kick Contest, freestyle clinics and other demonstrations. Nautilus World Headquarters (16400 SE Nautilus Drive, Vancouver), 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Original Practice Shakespeare Festival (Ops Fest): Ops Fest performs First Folio editions of Shakespeare’s plays, using the same performance techniques as performers in Shakespeare’s time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Pacific Park, Vancouver, 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Michael Jackson Tribute (Portland Makes Music): Local artists will pay tribute to the King of Pop, and talk briefly about their relationship to his music. Confirmed guests include Grey Anne, the Rainy States, Congratulations, Leonard Mynx, Michael Dean Damron, Alan Singley, the Soft Tags, Gabe Hascall, and Dirty Mittens. Backspace (115 NW 5th Ave), 9:00 pm. All ages. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Afincando (website) will perform at McCoy Park (N. Fiske, between Trenton & Fessenden) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Harry Potter-themed band The Remus Lupins (website) will perform at Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave) at 12:15 pm and again at Holgate Library (7905 SE Holgate Blvd) at 3:00 pm. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Americana Music: Enjoy multiple genres of Americana music, from Appalachian to bluegrass, from cowboy to the Kingston Trio, and many points in between, with local artists the Stumptown Stars. Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Celtic band Innisfree will perform in the gazebo at Tigard Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd) at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pete Krebs and Casey Neill will perform at Doug Fir starting at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Westside Singers will perform at Tryon Creek State Park at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pearl Django (website) will perform at Millennium Plaza Park (First & Evergreen Streets, Lake Oswego), 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Soul Vaccination (website) will perform at 6:00 pm at Center Street Park (SW Denfield St & SW Mercer Terrace, Beaverton). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Skip vonKuske will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Kung Fu Film Series: “The Legend of Drunken Master” will be showing at Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 2:15 pm. Master Yu, Shaowen will talk about the history of Kung Fu in English, and lead a short discussion and Kung Fu demonstration after the showing. The film will be in Chinese with English subtitles. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Boogie Nights” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author Blake Nelson will talk about his book “Destroy All Cars” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 2:00 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.

1 comment July 9th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 3–5

Reminder: Admission to OMSI is $2 on Sunday.

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • Lake Oswego Fourth of July Celebration: The City of Lake Oswego is hosting activities all weekend, including a parade, fireworks show, water ski show, wakeboard competition, concerts, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, July 3

  • Free Admission Night at Portland Children’s Museum: Admission to the museum is free from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 4015 SW Canyon Road. For more information, visit the event website.

  • First Friday Art Openings: Check the Central Eastside Arts District website for a list of open galleries. Tilde will also host an artist reception.

  • 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, classic cars will line the streets of downtown Camas. 5:00 pm–9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “King Lear” at Cathedral Park (under the bridge at N. Edison St and N. Philadelphia Ave) at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Writing Workshop: On the first Friday of each month, Ibex Studios (2021 SE Clinton) hosts a free writing workshop from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. In these workshops, you will write about things that are free. To register, email becca at ibexstudios dot com or call 971.227.0305. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Airplay Cafe First Birthday: Free cake, $1 hot dogs, $2 pints. Live music provided by Matt French and the Educated. They’ll be playing lots of tunes we all know. Everyone is invited to bring an instrument or just your voice and join in the jam. All ages. 701 E. Burnside St, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Massages and Reflexology: The folks at Holistica Healthcare will be giving free mini-sessions of massage and reflexology by appointment from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Stop by early to sign up, then explore the Lower Burnside Art Walk while waiting for your scheduled session. 811 East Burnside, Suite 124. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Kate Davis will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Sonny Hess & Lisa Mann will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • SLA will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Chris Loid Band (website) will perform at Tualatin Commons (8325 SW Nyberg St) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” will be showing at Multnomah Arts Center (7688 SW Capitol Hwy) at dusk. Live entertainment starts at 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Twilight” will be showing at Esther Short Park (W. Columbia St and 8th St, Vancouver) at dusk (approximately 8:30 pm to 9:00 pm). The movie will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Speed Racer” will be showing at the corner of 23rd and Main Street in downtown Vancouver. Show time is at 8:45 pm. At about 7:30 pm, the band Jen, Deborah and Kristen will perform. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, July 4

  • Happy Valley Fourth of July Family Festival: Enjoy a full day of fun including a parade, music, children’s activities, and fireworks show. Happy Valley City Park (13770 SE Ridgecrest Road, Happy Valley), noon to 11:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Tigard Fourth of July Celebration: This family-friendly event starts at 6:00 pm at Tigard High School Soccer Field (corner of Hall and Durham Road). Festivities include live music, kids’ games, and more. The fireworks show starts at dusk. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bank of America cardholders receive free admission to the Portland Art Museum and Pittock Mansion on July 4 and 5. For more information, visit the BOA website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “The Fish Come Home.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Zumba Class: Zumba is a dance-inspired fitness class that incorporates Latin and international rhythms to create a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout. No experience is necessary to enjoy Zumba. Soma Space (4050 NE Broadway St), 9:00 am to 10:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Brothers of the Sonic Cloth, Lesbian, HC Minds, and Aranya will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bryant Allard Quartet (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Mood Area 52 will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Kris Deelane (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Emily Herring (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

Sunday, July 5

  • Bank of America cardholders receive free admission to the Portland Art Museum and Pittock Mansion on July 4 and 5. For more information, visit the BOA website.

  • Sunday Cinema Classics: “The Black Stallion” will be showing at St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm. Free tickets for limited seating will be available at 1:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Whiskey Flats Brass Band will perform at Tryon Creek State Park at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “The Squid and the Whale” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Chickweed (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield 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.

2 comments July 2nd, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 26–28

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Also, this is the final weekend of Pedalpalooza, and Shift to Bikes has information on the events. If you’re not sure whether an event is free, contact the organizers of that event.

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts:View artwork by more than 100 artists and enjoy family-friendly entertainment. The event takes place at the Lakewood Center for the Arts and George Rogers Park, both on State Street in downtown Lake Oswego. For more information, visit the event website. On the event website, find more information under “Arts Festival” in the navigation bar.

  • North American Organic Brewers Festival takes place at Overlook Park (1301 N. Fremont St) all weekend. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, June 26

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “King Lear” at Cathedral Park at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Robert Moore will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • John Bunzow (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Paula Sinclair & The Contenders (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Miss Michael Jodell, Ezra Holbrook, and Matt Cardenelli will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author Daniel James Brown will talk about his book “The Indifferent Stars Above” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, June 27

  • Good-in-the-NeighborHood is a multicultural music and food festival held annually in N/NE Portland. Saturday and Sunday at King School Park (4800 Block of NE 6th). Event starts at noon. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Vancouver Recycled Arts Festival: View the artwork of more than 70 artists and enjoy entertainment for the whole family. Saturday and Sunday, Esther Short Park in Vancouver, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day. For more information, visit the event website.

  • No. Fest: All day, several locations in St. Johns will host a variety of live performances: music, spoken word, kids entertainment, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Old House Fair: Attention old house owners and enthusiasts: The best old house experts in the Northwest will answer your questions and provide information on period-authentic renovation. Architectural Heritage Center (701 SE Grand Ave), 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “King Lear” at Autumn Ridge Park (17548 Northwest Fieldstone Drive, Beaverton) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ten Tiny Dances:See 10 dance performances at three locations: Beaverton Farmers Market, Beaverton City Park, and Beaverton Library. Performances include Native American, Indian Classical, Ballet Sol Azteca, Hawaiian, modern dance and more. 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website (PDF file).

  • Historic Sherwood Walking Tour: This information-filled stroll spotlights the historic buildings of Old Town and loops through the woods and wetlands of Stella Olsen Memorial Park before returning to Old Town. Meet at Southwest Pine and Second Street at 9:45 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Foster-Powell Garden Tour:Visit gardens in the neighborhood on June 27. Pick up a map at Holgate Library or Dennis’ Seven Dees on Powell on Friday and Saturday. Or you can request a map by email. For email address and more information, click here.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park:Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Botanical Wonders of Tryon Creek.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • KPSU Radio 15th Anniversary Celebration: All-day (10:00 am to 10:00 pm) music festival featuring a variety of bands at Pioneer Courthouse Square. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash will perform at 5:00 pm at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Massive 8 Party:DJs, a fashion show showcasing local designers, a PBR wheel and more. Say “LifeisaParty” at the door and get in free before 10:00 pm. Ages 21+. Crown Room, 205 NW Fourth Ave.

  • Marcus Reynolds will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • The Munro & Nichols Duo will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Eric John Kaiser (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Western Aerial (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author Richie Unterberger will discuss his new book “White Light/White Heat: The Velvet Underground Day by Day” at the Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave) at 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Poets Cynthia Sailers, Dana Ward, and Stephanie Youngwill read at Clinton Corner Café (21st and SE Clinton Ave) at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, June 28

  • Good-in-the-NeighborHood is a multicultural music and food festival held annually in N/NE Portland. Saturday and Sunday at King School Park (4800 Block of NE 6th). Event starts at noon. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Vancouver Recycled Arts Festival: View the artwork of more than 70 artists and enjoy entertainment for the whole family. Saturday and Sunday, Esther Short Park in Vancouver, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm each day. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Kenton to Slough Walking Tour: With Metro Councilor Rex Burkholder and walking guru and author Laura Foster, trek down the North Denver Avenue viaduct along the North Columbia Slough and see the wildlife that thrives in Portland’s backyard. Meet at 8319 N. Denver Ave at the Kenton/North Denver Avenue MAX station at 8:45 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Lynn Conoverwill perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • “Swingers” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author Victor Kamenir, Hillsboro police officer and new local author, will read from his book, “The Bloody Triangle: The Defeat of Soviet Armor in the Ukraine, June 1941.” Hillsboro Main Library (2850 Brookwood Pkwy), 2:00 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.

Add comment June 25th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 12–14

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Also, Pedalpalooza begins this week, and Shift to Bikes has information on the 200+ events that make up this two-week celebration. Some events are free and some are not. If you’re not sure whether an event is free, contact the organizers of that event.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, June 12

  • Cruisin’ Sherwood: Starting at 5:00 pm, classic cars will prepare for a traditional cruise in Old Town Sherwood. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Andrew Oliver will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • WEIII Jazz Trio (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • The Cowboy Heroes (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • The Dust Bowl Refugees will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author David Carr will talk about his book “The Night of the Gun” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Jay Lake will talk about his book “Green” at 7:00 pm at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd, Beaverton). For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, June 13

  • Cirque du Cycling: This event includes an art bike parade, criterium-style street race (with two-way racing), three-mile family ride, live entertainment, and more. N. Mississippi Ave between Shaver and Fremont, noon to 8:00 pm. See photos of last year’s event here. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Base to Butte Fair: The Asian-American Plaza will be the site of a neighborhood fair featuring entertainment and crafts by local artists. NE 82nd and Siskiyou, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit Neighborhood Notes.

  • Cruisin’ Sherwood: From 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, see hundreds of classic and custom vehicles in Old Town Sherwood. For more information, visit the event website.

  • National Get Outdoors Day: This event encourages families to experience the healthful, active outdoor fun available right outside our doors. Hands-on activities, presentations, giveaways, and more. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Water Resources Education Center (4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Original Practice Shakespeare Festival (Ops Fest): Ops Fest performs First Folio editions of Shakespeare’s plays, using the same performance techniques as performers in Shakespeare’s time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Cathedral Park (under the bridge at N. Edison St and N. Philadelphia Ave), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Green Walks: A guide from Portland Parks & Recreation will lead a tour of Maricara Park from 10:00 am–11:00 am. Meet at SW 29th and Maricara. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Downtown Hillsboro Walking Tour: Join walking guru and author Laura Foster for a casual walk that goes by the Venetian Theatre, the Cultural Arts Center and several historic homes before ending at the Southeast Eighth Avenue MAX stop. Meet at 1:15 pm at the Washington County Courthouse on Main Street between First and Second Avenues. For more information, visit the event website.

  • I Was A King (website) will perform at 4:00 pm at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Brooklyn Street Jazz (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Mood Area 52 will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Eddie Parente (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Garcia Birthday Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Backyard Birding: Join local birding expert Doug Robberson to discover how to attract and identify common backyard birds. Tigard Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd), 1:00 pm–2:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Cyd Manro, the co-founder of EcoMunity, will present creative low-cost ways to generate power for home or office. Manro demonstrates community power and communications projects that are helping power tomorrow’s urban networks. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 11:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Birding 101: Bring your bird identification guide, binoculars, notebook and water bottle. This class is best suited for adults and children ages 10 and up. First hour will be inside with background information and second hour in the field. Tryon Creek Park, 10:00 am to noon. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, June 14

  • Original Practice Shakespeare Festival (Ops Fest): Ops Fest performs First Folio editions of Shakespeare’s plays, using the same performance techniques as performers in Shakespeare’s time, which means limited rehearsal; an onstage prompter; fast-paced, energetic acting; and lots of audience interaction. Peninsula Park (north of the gazebo, 700 N. Rosa Parks Way), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pride Parade: The parade starts at 11:00 am on the North Park Blocks in downtown Portland. For the parade route, visit the event website.

  • Pets on Parade: Everyone is welcome to dress up and show off their favorite pet (stuffed animals okay too). Music presented by the Petropolitan Jazz Band. Registration for competitions begins at 1:00 pm. Parade begins at 2:00 pm. Millennium Plaza Park (200 First Street, Lake Oswego). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pearl to Pittock Hike: Join Council President David Bragdon and walking guru and author Laura Foster for this hike that goes through Westover Heights and Northwest 23rd and 21st Avenues. Meet at Portland REI, 1405 NW Johnson St, at 8:45 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Metro Concert Band will perform at Howard Horner Performing Arts Center at David Douglas High School (1400 SE 130th Ave), 3:00 pm. Admission is free, but donations are welcomed to help defray concert expenses. For more information, visit the band website.

  • Adam Franklin (of Swervedriver) (website) will perform at 3:00 pm at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Kung Fu Film Series: “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” will be showing at Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave), 2:15 pm. This film is in Chinese with English subtitles. A brief discussion and kung fu demonstration with Master Yu, Shaowen will follow the screening. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Cellotronik (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Author Gillian Flynn will talk about her book “Dark Places” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Selling Handmade Goods on Etsy: Learn how and why to sell your handmade goods on the largest online craft consignment store. Let instructors from the IPRC (Independent Publishing Resource Center) be your guide. St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm–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.

3 comments June 11th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 5–7

Reminder: Admission to OMSI is $2 on Sunday.

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, June 5

  • Free Admission Night at Portland Children’s Museum: Admission to the museum is free from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 4015 SW Canyon Road. For more information, visit the event website.

  • First Friday Art Openings: Check the Central Eastside Arts District website for a list of open galleries. In addition, Artful Goods, Tilde, and Press Club will host artist receptions.

  • 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: “Camas First Fridays” occur throughout the year on each first Friday of the month. Art exhibits featuring local artists, dining, and themed shopping events provide fun for all. 5:00 pm–8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Zen Thesis (website) will perform at 6:00 pm at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Holocene 6 Year Anniversary Show 1: Holocene is hosting a dance party with Marcos Cabral, Linger & Quiet, and MDY & Remy the Restless. 1001 SE Morrison, 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Anandi will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Jimmy Bivens (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Redwood Son (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • “Portland Noir”: Editor Kevin Sampsell will be joined by contributors Chris A. Bolton, Luciana Lopez, and Jonathan Selwood to present this collection of stories that explores Portland’s dark, rainy underbelly. Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, June 6

  • Dragon Moon Festival: Come to Old Town Chinatown for an outdoor festival celebrating Asian culture. This family-friendly event includes live music, cultural entertainment, a culinary stage with chefs preparing Asian dishes, and more. NW Davis between 3rd and 4th Ave. Saturday noon to 10:00 pm and Sunday noon to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Grand Floral Parade starts at 10:00 am at the Memorial Coliseum, then travels down MLK Jr. Blvd, across the Burnside Bridge, and into downtown Portland, ending at Lincoln High School. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dragon Boat Races: Races will take place on Saturday and Sunday at the south end of Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 8:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • State Parks Day at Tryon Creek: Celebrate Oregon’s Sesquicentennial and State Parks Day at Tryon Creek. Learn about park history and current programs, taste some of Oregon’s specialty beverages and snacks, take a self-guided hike, and participate in dedicating the park’s first time capsule and leave an item for visitors to see in another 150 years. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Gresham Center for the Arts Plaza Grand Opening Celebration: In celebration of the completion of Phase I of the Center for the Arts Plaza, the event will feature a dedication ceremony at 12:30 pm, followed by live music from four bands and family activities. The plaza is on NE Third St and NE Hood Ave in historic downtown Gresham. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Officially Oregon.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Green Walks: A guide from Portland Parks & Recreation will lead a tour of Hoyt Arboretum from 10:00 am–11:00 am. Meet at the visitor’s center, 4000 SW Fairway Blvd. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ten Toe Express Guided Walk: Author Laura Foster will lead a tour of Nob Hill in Northwest Portland. Distance: 3.5 miles or 7,000 steps. Duration: 2 hours. Meet at Civic Plaza (SW 18th & Morrison), 9:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Holocene 6 Year Anniversary Show 2: Talkdemonic, Explode Into Colors, Nurses, Gulls, and DJs E*Rock and Bobby Dangerous will perform. 1001 SE Morrison, 8:30 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • John Stowell (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Michael Hurley will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Kris Deelane will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Jack McMahon (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author Tami Lynn Kent will talk about her book “Wild Feminine: Finding Power, Spirit, & Joy in the Root of the Female Body” at In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 B NE Killingsworth St), 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • First-Time Homebuyers’ Seminar: PCC Real Estate Instructor Brad Vincent will explain the new $8,000 federal tax credit available for first-time homebuyers. Mortgage industry experts will answer questions about buyer qualification and financing options. Tigard Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd), 1:00 pm–2:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • ”Launch Your Life” Book Release Party: Author Morgan Rich will celebrate the release of his book “Launch Your Life: 5 Secrets to Knowing What You Want in Your Teens, College Years, and Early Career.” Lucky Lab Brewpub (915 SE Hawthorne Blvd), 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, June 7

  • Dragon Moon Festival: Come to Old Town Chinatown for an outdoor festival celebrating Asian culture. This family-friendly event includes live music, cultural entertainment, a culinary stage with chefs preparing Asian dishes, and more. NW Davis between 3rd and 4th Ave. Saturday noon to 10:00 pm and Sunday noon to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Milk Carton Boat Races: In honor of National Dairy Month, the Dairy Farmers of Oregon are pleased to announce the return of the Milk Carton Boat Races to Portland. Westmoreland Park (SE McLoughlin Blvd & Bybee Blvd), 11:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Dragon Boat Races: Races will take place on Saturday and Sunday at the south end of Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 8:00 am to approximately 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Walking Tour in Gresham, Springwater Corridor Trail: This 5.2-mile round-trip walk, led by walking guru and author Laura Foster and natural resources scientist Kate Holleran, investigates three pioneer cemeteries and a replica of a 1903 streetcar. Elevated terrain. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm; meet at Main City Park at 1:45 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Family Pride Day at Q Center: Family Pride is a time for the kids to play with other children, and parents to socialize with each other. The event includes live music, games and more. The Portland Children’s Museum will lead craft projects. Q Center (4115 N. Mississippi Ave), 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Reclinerland and Carolyn Berk (of Lovers) will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave) at 9:30 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Lake Oswego Millennium Concert Band will perform at Lakeridge High School (1235 Overlook Dr, Lake Oswego) at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Sunday Cinema Classics: The original “Father of the Bride” will be showing at St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm. Free tickets for limited seating will be available at 1:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Sideways” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Jon Koonce (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Author China Miéville will present his book “The City and the City” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • ”Artisan Cheese of the Pacific Northwest”: Author Tami Parr will present this book at 1:00 pm at Pastaworks (3735 SE Hawthorne Blvd). The event will feature complimentary wine tastings and cheese from Rivers Edge Chèvre, Rogue River Creamery, Ancient Heritage Dairy, Willamette Valley Cheese, and Ferns’ Edge Goat Dairy. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Wicked Plants: A Book of Botanical Atrocities”: Author Amy Stewart will present this book at 2:00 pm at Powell’s Books at Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd, Beaverton). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Living With Wildlife Presentation: Bonnie Shoffer, wildlife rehabilitator and naturalist, will teach us how to coexist with those urban critters that live around our homes, tips for what to do when you find baby birds, and more. Tryon Creek Park, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Ages 12 and over. 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.

Add comment June 4th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: May 22–24

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, May 22

  • Rose Festival Waterfront Village: Admission to this carnival at Waterfront Park is free on Friday. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Heather Hawkins of the cute and filthy comedy band Cabbage will perform at In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 B NE Killingsworth St), 7:00 pm. Free cake for all (including vegan cake). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Hunter-Donnaloia Duo will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Mark Alan (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Vivid Curve will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author Kelly Corrigan will talk about her book “The Middle Place” at 7:00 pm at Powell’s Books, Cedar Hills Crossing (3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Richard Engeman will talk about his book “The Oregon Companion” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, May 23

  • Multnomah County Fair: Tons of fun on Saturday and Sunday at Oaks Amusement Park (7100 SE Oaks Park Way), noon to 7:00 pm. Petting zoo, pony rides, exotic animal exhibits, duck races, crafts, carnival attractions, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Art Opening: Gossamer Fiber Arts will unveil a community art project that honors the honeybee. The party includes live music by The Amazing Maelstrom, refreshments, and a raffle. 2418 E Burnside St, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Springing Plants.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Lex Browning will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Chris Robley (website) will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Brad Creel (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • T. Ray and the Shades (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author and West Linn mayor Patti Galle will be selling and signing copies of her new book, “For the Love of Dogs” at West Linn Library (1595 Burns St, West Linn) at 1:00 pm. Refreshments will be served. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Poets Jen Coleman, Mel Nichols and Rod Smith will read their work at Clinton Corner Café (2633 SE 21st Ave) at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Out for Good: 40 Years After Stonewall”: As part of the 40th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, eight esteemed members of the LGBTQ community will share how this struggle forever shaped their lives. Q Center (4115 N. Mississippi Ave), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, May 24

  • Multnomah County Fair: Tons of fun on Saturday and Sunday at Oaks Amusement Park (7100 SE Oaks Park Way), noon to 7:00 pm. Petting zoo, pony rides, exotic animal exhibits, duck races, crafts, carnival attractions, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ryan Vandordrecht, Deepest Darkest, The Romantic & Bombastic, and Jerry Fuentes will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • John and George (of the Dead Beetles) (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • “Before Night Falls” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • “Seeds of Chicano Identity”: Diane Rodriguez will lead the discussion on “The Art of El Teatro Campesino,” sharing information on the company’s process for creating work that was highly entertaining, relevant, and contained powerful messages. Milagro Theatre (525 SE Stark St), 4:30 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.

1 comment May 21st, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: May 15–17

In addition to the free events below, Saturday is Family Day at the Oregon Historical Society. Two children admitted free with one paid adult admission.

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • “Telling: Portland, OR”: From Willamette Week: “Drawn from interviews with 21 military veterans and their families and performed by eight of those same veterans, ‘Telling’ seeks to convey … the experience of warfare and the difficulties of readjustment to civilian life—through theater.” First Congregational Church (1126 SW Park Ave). 8:00 pm, Friday–Saturday; 2:00 pm, Sunday. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Yoga Classes: Bodyoga is celebrating the opening of its new location with an open house on Friday and free classes all weekend. 14547 Westlake Drive, Suite A, Lake Oswego. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, May 15

  • The Farmers (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bridgetown Big Band will play jazz that really cooks at the Tigard Public Library (13500 SW Hall Blvd) from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The eighteen-member band encourages audiences to swing and dance to its Big Band sounds. For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Will West Duo will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Matt Tabor will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Jon Garcia will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Pilar French and Joshua Slamp will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author Brenda Miller will talk about her book “Blessing of the Animals” at Looking Glass Bookstore (7983 SE 13th Ave) at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, May 16

  • Alberta Art Hop: Seventeen blocks of NE Alberta Street will be closed to car traffic to accommodate artists, craftspeople, music, dance and theater performances, interactive art events, and food and other vendors. 11:00 am–6:00 pm. Parade at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Pittock Mansion Open House: Visitors are invited to enjoy the mansion’s scenic grounds and tour the historic home. 3229 NW Pittock Dr, 11:00 am–4:00 pm. For more information, contact Pittock Mansion.

  • Mt. Tabor Art Walk: This juried event showcases the many artists who live in the Mt. Tabor neighborhood and promotes high-quality visual art in a variety of media. May 16 and 17, 11:00 am–5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Songbird Festival: All ages are invited, rain or shine, for a day of outdoor activities, guided nature walks, hands-on crafts for kids, exhibits, presentations, entertainment, food and fun. Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge (19255 SW Pacific Highway, Sherwood), 6:30 am–2:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bicycle Rodeo and Safety Fair: Come out for a fun-filled afternoon that includes a safety training, bike rodeo for kids and teens, bike swap, and inspection. Bridlemile Elementary School (4300 SW 47th Dr), 2:00 pm–4:00 pm. More information can be found at Neighborhood Notes.

  • Guided Walk of Historic Pearl District and Slabtown: Join a tour led by author Laura Foster as we retrace the colorful history and discover some of the changes over time to Portland rail yards and close-in neighborhoods. Meet at Union Station (800 NW 6th Ave), 9:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Coaling Tryon Creek.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Police Historical Society Exhibit Opening Reception: See the exhibit, enjoy a short concert by the Portland Police Highland Band, and meet police horses and dogs. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 2:00 pm–3:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Food Art: Using Saxton Freymann’s books for inspiration, artist Addie Boswell will teach kids and parents how to create distinctive characters out of fruits, vegetables and other edibles. Sellwood-Moreland Library (7860 SE 13th Ave), 10:30 am–12:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • African Marimba Recital: Put on your dancing shoes and come hear six marimba bands play high-energy music from Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. All performers are students of MyLinda King, formerly of Boka Marimba. The Evangel Building (2830 NE Flanders St), noon to 4:00 pm. For more information, contact marimba @ teleport dot com.

  • Anya Marina (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • James Low and Tahoe Songbird Jackson will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • H Duo (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Gil Reynolds (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • The Garcia Birthday Band (website) will perform at Rock Creek Tavern (10000 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Hillsboro) at 9:00 pm. All ages until 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the Rock Creek Tavern website.

  • Author Jeff Mapes will talk about his new book “Pedaling Revolution: How Cyclists Are Changing American Cities” at Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bike Tube Recycling: Performance Bicycle is celebrating the grand opening of its downtown store (1736 SW Alder) with a bike tube recycling event. You can get a $5 gift card in exchange for your old tubes until 3:00 pm. The event includes giveaways too. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Gay & Grey is Portland’s first Senior Resource Fair specifically for LGBT seniors. The day will be full of dynamic lectures and presentations, focused on preparing for wellness, stability, and health. Q Center (4115 N Mississippi Ave), 10:00 am–4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Native Truth Film Project was created to empower American Indian youth to address cigarette smoking, a significant health problem in their communities. Fifteen young adults have created peer-to-peer prevention videos for broad distribution to NPAIHB’s 43 member tribes and beyond. With the filmmakers in attendance, NW Film Center will premiere the films at 5:00 pm; reception at 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “What to Eat: Personal Responsibility vs. Social Responsibility”: Marion Nestle, Professor at New York University, will address the economic and political factors that influence what we eat. Hilton Portland and Executive Tower, Pavilion Ballroom (921 SW Sixth Ave), 9:00 am–12:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, May 17

  • Mt. Tabor Art Walk: This juried event showcases the many artists who live in the Mt. Tabor neighborhood and promotes high-quality visual art in a variety of media. May 16 and 17, 11:00 am–5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Norwegian Constitution Day Celebration: The celebration features authentic Norwegian foods, music, national costumes, folk dance performance, speakers and a flag parade led by the Benson High School marching band and including Norwegian Fjord horses. Norse Hall (111 NE 11th). Doors open at 1:00 pm. Parade at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Youth Philharmonic Farewell Concert: The PYP presents a free concert featuring highlights from the orchestra’s 85th Season. Lewis & Clark College, Evans Music Building Auditorium (0615 SW Palatine Hill Rd), 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Jen and Abby (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Doug Theriault, Scott Goodwin and Adam Reese will perform at 10:00 pm at Worksound (820 SE Alder).

  • Julie Martin (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • “Confessions of a Dangerous Mind” will be showing at Press Club at 9:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author George Pelecanos will talk about his book “In The Way Home” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Garry Disher will talk about his book “Blood Moon” at 3:00 pm at Murder by the Book (3210 SE Hawthorne Blvd). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bike Tube Recycling: Performance Bicycle is celebrating the grand opening of its downtown store (1736 SW Alder) with a bike tube recycling event. You can get a $5 gift card in exchange for your old tubes until 3:00 pm. The event includes giveaways too. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Seeds of Chicano Identity”: Jorge Huerta, founder of Teatro de la Esperanza, will lead the discussion on “The Legacy of El Teatro Campesino,” exploring the history and impact of the company. Milagro Theatre (525 SE Stark St), 4:30 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.

4 comments May 14th, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: May 1–3

Remember: On Sunday, May 3, admission to OMSI is just $2.

Also, the new Dutch Bros. location in Tigard will be giving away free drinks all day on Friday, May 1. 11746 SW Pacific Hwy in Tigard, Oregon. Right on 99W off of HWY 217.

Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, May 1

  • Cinco De Mayo Fiesta at Waterfront Park: Admission is free before 4:00 pm on Friday. For more information, visit the event website.

  • May Day Celebration: Watch local kids skip around the May pole, reenacting a century-old Portland public schools tradition. Enjoy other kids’ entertainment, live music, belly dancing and more. Kennedy School (5736 NE 33rd Ave), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Admission Night at Portland Children’s Museum: Admission to the museum is free from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. 4015 SW Canyon Road. For more information, visit the event website.

  • First Friday Art Openings: Check the Central Eastside Arts District website for a list of open galleries. In addition, Multnomah Art Center, Artful Goods, Tilde, and Press Club will host artist receptions.

  • 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: “Camas First Fridays” occur throughout the year on each first Friday of the month. Art exhibits featuring local artists, dining, and themed shopping events provide fun for all. 5:00 pm–8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Southerly, Soft Tags, and Themes will perform at Doug Fir (830 E. Burnside) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Marianne Dissard (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bruce Kracke (website) will perform at Sellwood Public House (8132 SE 13th Ave) at 8:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Marcus Reynolds will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Clear Creek (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • Author Paul Dickson will talk about his book “The Dickson Baseball Dictionary” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Emily Whitman will talk about her book “Radiant Darkness” at 7:00 pm at Looking Glass Bookstore (7983 SE 13th Ave). For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, May 2

  • Home Ownership Preservation Event: This event will provide information and workshops on refinancing your loan, avoiding foreclosure scams, government housing programs, and more. Portland Memorial Coliseum (300 Winning Way), 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Hawaiian Festival: Enjoy hula performances from Washington and Oregon halau, Hawaiian food, music, and more. Thomas Jefferson Middle School (3000 NW 119th St, Vancouver), 11:00 am–7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Comic Book Day: Several comic book shops will be giving away free comic books. To find a participating shop near you, visit the event website and use the shop locator on the left side of the screen.

  • Food Art for Kids: Using Saxton Freymann’s books for inspiration, author and artist Addie Boswell will help kids make characters out of fruits, vegetables and other edibles. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Capitol Hill Library (10723 SW Capitol Hwy), 10:30 am–noon. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Create a Rain Stick: Kids and their families are invited to learn about the lore of the rain stick in Africa and other cultures. Then create and decorate your own. Belmont Library (1038 SE 39th Ave), 3:00 pm–4:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Saturday Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek State Park: Join a park ranger for a free, guided nature hike to explore the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Today’s theme is “Restoration of the Creek.” Appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes. 10:00 am to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Grouch & Eligh (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher (website) will perform at Beaverton Library (12375 SW 5th St, Beaverton) at 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Mood Area 52 will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • David Ward will perform at Sellwood Public House (8132 SE 13th Ave) at 8:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Bryant Allard Quartet (website) will perform at Three Degrees Lounge at the RiverPlace Hotel (1510 SW Harbor Way), 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the PDX Jazz website.

  • Kris Deelane (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 7:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

Sunday, May 3

  • Pretty Dress Bike Ride: All are welcome to join this annual ride, but you must come wearing a pretty dress. The ride will end at a picnic spot. Wear your bloomers, bring a picnic blanket and bring something yummy to share plus your own utensils. Meet at SE Ladds Circle (in the Center), near 1996 SE Ladd Ave, at 2:00 pm. Length of the ride is a few hours, depending on how the group feels. For more information, contact bikebat at gmail dot com.

  • King Louie & Baby James (website) will perform at Music Millennium (3158 E. Burnside) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Opera Preview: “Rigoletto”: This lecture/concert covers historical background, composer information and musical selections from the show. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 2:00 pm–3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Congratulations and Old Believers will perform at 9:00 pm at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave). Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Mary Flower (website) will perform at Edgefield (2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale) at 5:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the Edgefield website.

  • “Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai” will be showing at Press Club at 8:00 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

  • Author Chesa Boudin will talk about his book “Gringo” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Poets Gary Thompson and Richard Robbins will read from their respective books at 4:00 pm at Powell’s Books on Hawthorne (3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd). 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.

3 comments April 30th, 2009

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