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Free Events This Weekend in Portland: August 7–9

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

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • 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, August 7

  • Portland Twilight Criterium: Watch the area’s fastest cyclists compete for the region’s biggest purse. The course surrounds the North Park Blocks of downtown Portland, creating an island oasis of 360-degree viewing, music, food and beverage. 4:00 pm to 9:00 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. Tilde, Artful Goods, SCRAP and Press Club 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, there will be live music performances, face painting, magic, balloon art, and chef demonstrations. For more information and event schedule, visit the event website.

  • Tualatin Crawfish Festival: Admission is free on Friday. The event includes a crawfish cook-off and live music. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Tualafest: Hear teenage bands from around the metro area compete for prizes and the Tualafest title. Enjoy food, henna tattoos, raffle prizes and more. Tualatin Community Park (8515 SW Tualatin Rd), 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Writing Workshop: Ibex Studios hosts a free writing workshop on the first Friday of every month. There’s room for 12 people, so be sure to come early enough to get a seat. 2021 SE Clinton, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland SummerFest Opera in the Park will present “La Traviata” by Verdi at Washington Park at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ezra Weiss (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.

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

  • The Old Elbows (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.

  • ”Jurassic Park” will be showing at Pioneer Courthouse Square at dusk. Free popcorn provided. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Hairspray” will be showing at Willamette Park (SW Macadam Ave & Nebraska St) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” will be showing at Multnomah Arts Center (7688 SW Capitol Hwy) at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • ”My Big, Fat, Greek Wedding” will be showing at Beaverton City Park at dusk. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Muppets Take Manhattan” will be showing in downtown Vancouver at 23rd Street and Main Street. Show time is at 8:45 pm. There will be live, local music starting about 7:30 pm or 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Everyone’s Hero” will be showing at Main Street Park (219 S. Main Ave) in Gresham. The movie starts at dusk. Live music at 7:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Author Judy Sumner will talk about her book “Knitted Socks East and West” at 7:30 pm at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, August 8

  • Central Library Block Party: The event includes The Last Regiment of Syncopated Drummers, zoo animals, an all-ages clothing swap, circus skills demonstration, art projects, and more. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), noon to 4:00 pm. Ask the library for the schedule of the swap. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Passport to Sellwood-Westmoreland: There will be entertainment in each neighborhood including a variety of live music, stilt walkers, and more. Collect stamps from local businesses (no purchase required) to enter to win prizes. 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Celebrate Hillsboro: This two-day event includes live music and other entertainment, kids activities, a street soccer tournament, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Guided Walk of St. Johns Waterfront: Enjoy a challenging and very scenic route through downtown St. Johns, Cathedral Park and Willamette Cove. Meet at N. Philadelphia & Lombard, by the Town Clock, at 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. 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 Washington Park (SW Washington Way, in the lower park, just north of the Holocaust Memorial) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Belly Ice Cream Social: According to Willamette Week: “Belly restaurant opens its doors to the neighborhood every Saturday through the end of August to dish out free ice cream.” 3500 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • The Toy Trains will perform at 3:30 pm at Holgate Library (7905 SE Holgate Blvd). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Festival Symphony will perform works by Haydn, Mendelssohn and Beethoven at 6:00 pm at U.S. Grant Park (NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Pl). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Devin Phillips will perform at Washington Park at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Mia Nicholson 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.

  • Rachel Taylor Brown and Sean Flinn 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.

  • 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.

  • “Coraline” will be showing at Dickinson Park (SW 55th Ave & Alfred Ct) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “The Goonies” 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.

  • “Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3-D” will be showing after sunset to Tualatin Commons. For more information, visit the event website (PDF file).

  • Colleen McKee and Sara Ohlin will read from “Are We Feeling Better Yet? Women Speak About Health Care in America,” an anthology of twenty-one personal essays by women around the country. In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 B NE Killingsworth St), 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, August 9

  • Happy Meal’s 30th Birthday: Pioneer Courthouse Square will host family activities that include a visit from Radio Disney, the Portland Children’s Museum, and Ronald McDonald. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Celebrate Hillsboro: This two-day event includes live music and other entertainment, kids activities, a street soccer tournament, and more. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The First Part of King Henry IV” at Washington Park (SW Washington Way, in the lower park, just north of the Holocaust Memorial) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Portland Festival Symphony will perform works by Haydn, Beethoven and others at 6:00 pm at Peninsula Park (700 N. Rosa Parks Way). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Art Abrams’ Swing Machine will perform at Washington Park at 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Adam Shearer (Weinland) and Justin Power will perform at Doug Fir starting at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Millennium Brass will perform at Tryon Creek State Park at 2:00 pm. 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. St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

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

  • “Donnie Darko” 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.

4 comments August 6th, 2009

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 17–19

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

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge: Watch some of the best cycling action in the United States. Speeds will reach over 40 mph as riders compete within mere inches of each other. For more information, visit the event website.

Friday, July 17

  • Robin Hood Festival: This event includes food, dancing, music, crafts, and contests on Friday and Saturday. Downtown Sherwood. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Kidical Mass Family Bike Ride: Two rides today: The Southeast ride meets at 5:30 pm at Sunnyside Environmental School (SE 34th and Salmon) and leaves at 6:00 pm. The downtown ride meets at the playground in the North Park Blocks at 5:30 pm and departs at 6:00 pm. For more information, contact Joel (joelh [at] bta4bikes [dot] org).

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

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

  • 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.

  • Jean McGowan (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.

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

  • “Space Jam” will be showing at Pier Park (N. Lombard St & Bruce Ave) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “The Goonies” 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.

  • “Madagascar 2” 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”).

  • “The Warriors: Jailbreak #1” Release Party: Erik Henriksen, Todd Herman, and Herb Apon will be signing copies of the new comic at Bridge City Comics (3725 N. Mississippi Ave) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, July 18

  • Woodstock Neighborhood Parade and Festival: This event includes a parade down Woodstock Boulevard, live music, food, and entertainment. 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Robin Hood Festival: This event includes food, dancing, music, crafts, and contests on Friday and Saturday. Downtown Sherwood. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Troutdale Summerfest: This event includes a parade, live music, kids activities, and more. Glenn Otto Community Park, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, click here.

  • Gresham Art Walk: This family event includes art for sale by more than 90 artists, live music, and free children’s arts and crafts. Historic downtown Gresham (Main Avenue between First and Fifth Streets), 9:00 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. Gabriel Park (SW 45th Ave and SW Nevada Ct, past the tennis courts), 2:00 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.

  • Family Puppet Show Bike Ride: A family-paced ride with a puppet show as a reward. Bring the kids by trailer or bakfiets, on tag-a-longs, or on their own bikes. Helmets required. Meet at McKenna Park (N. Princeton and Westanna), 10:30 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Doctor Partz’s Puppet Laboratory: The Mudeye Puppet Company presents a puppet show and workshop with Doctor Partz, who makes dragons out of discs, princesses out of plastic and robots from recycled cardboard. Each participant will make a puppet. All materials provided. Belmont Library (1038 SE 39th Ave), 3:00 pm to 4:15 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. 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.

  • Big Busk Music Festival: The idea is, for an entire afternoon, to saturate downtown with music. All kinds of music. Up and down Broadway, the transit mall, the park blocks to the esplanade. 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information and a map of locations, visit the event website.

  • The Blakes, The Mint Chicks, and Greenladies will perform at Mississippi Studios (3939 N. Mississippi) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Ben Medler Trio 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.

  • Quartette Barbette (website) will perform at Rose City Park (NE 62nd & Tillamook) at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Rich Halley’s Outside Music Ensemble (website) 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.

  • 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.

  • Lincoln Crockett (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.

  • “Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3D” will be showing at Dickinson Park (SW 55th Ave & Alfred Ct) at dark. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • “Colony Collapse Disorder”: A Film Presentation and Discussion: Writer and director Joss Antonio Milian will show and discuss his film about the collapse of our ecosystem and the human reconnection to the environment. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • BRIDGES: An Art Show: Em Space Book Arts Center (407 SE Ivon St) will celebrate the opening of its exhibit of letterpress artwork by more than 20 artists. The center will also have refreshing summer drinks, tours of its 2,400 square foot studio, and a raffle. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, July 19

  • Free Admission at Portland Art Museum: It’s Family Sunday, and special activities will be held inside the museum and outside on the Park Blocks. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Sunday Parkways in NE Portland: A seven-mile route in NE Portland will be closed to cars, so that you can walk, bike, run, roll, and enjoy entertainment in the parks and along the route. 9:00 am to 4:00 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.

  • 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. Esther Short Park, Vancouver, 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

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

  • Jon Garcia and Celilo will perform at Doug Fir starting at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

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

  • “A Mighty Wind” 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 Elsbeth Martindale will talk about her book “Things to Know before You Say ‘Go’” at Powell’s City of Books on Hawthorne (3723 SE Hawthorne Blvd), 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.

6 comments July 16th, 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.

3 comments July 2nd, 2009

Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 19–21

In addition to the free events below, here are a couple of Father’s Day freebies:

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

Also, Pedalpalooza continues this week, and Shift to Bikes has information on the 200+ events that make up the 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 19

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

  • Kidical Mass is hosting two family bike rides. One is in downtown Portland. Meet at the North Park Blocks playground (NW 8th and Couch) at 5:30 pm. Ride begins at 6:00 pm. The other ride is in Southeast Portland. Meet at Sunnyside Park (SE 35th and Taylor) at 5:30 pm. Ride begins at 6:00 pm. Bring lights, friends, and snacks. For more information, contact Carl Larson at the BTA.

  • Lynn Darroch’s Jazz Stories: Author and narrator Lynn Darroch with Randy Porter (piano) and John Stowell (guitar) 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.

  • 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.

  • Josh Cole 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.

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

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

  • Author Kerry Cohen will talk about her book “Loose Girl” at Writers’ Dojo (7518 N. Chicago Ave) at 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, June 20

  • Southwest Community Center 10th Anniversary Celebration: Free admission and ice cream. Activities include mobile rockwall, games in the gym and pool, swimming, fitness classes, crafts, and more. 6820 SW 45th Ave, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Couch Street Block Party: Play in the sun with complimentary outdoor Rock-n-Roll Yoga, dance classes, live music and fresh food sizzling off the grill by Whole Foods Market. Stick around for a lululemon funk-tion show and watch Portland’s athletes strut their stuff in the hottest lululemon gear. NW Couch St between 12th and 13th, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.

  • 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. Laurelhurst Park (SE 35th Ave and SE Oak St, near “picnic area F” in the center of the park), 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Mad Science: Spin, Pop, Boom: Kids are invited to watch the mad scientist create numerous versions of erupting science. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Gregory Heights Library (7921 NE Sandy Blvd), 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • Barbara Lusch 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 Jazz Trio will perform at Press Club at 8:30 pm. All ages. Press Club is located at 2621 SE Clinton St, 503.233.5656.

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

  • Renegade Minstrels (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.

  • Poet Zayra Yves will talk about her book “Empty as Nirvana” at In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 B NE Killingsworth St), 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, June 21

  • North Portland Sunday Parkways: More than seven miles in North Portland will be closed to cars so that people can walk, bike, or otherwise travel around the neighborhood and enjoy activities at Arbor Lodge, Peninsula, and Kenton Parks. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Summer Solstice at Tryon Creek: Bring the family to celebrate the longest day of the year amid the beautiful forests and streams of Tryon Creek State Park. The event includes Solstice-themed storytelling, guided forest hikes, and more. 6:00 pm to 8:00 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. Washington Park, 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Yoga Class: Celebrate Father’s Day, the solstice, and a brand new vinyasa yoga class at The Yoga Space. Katy Hix is beginning a new class on Sunday from 9:00 am to 10:30 am, and the first class is free on June 21. 2853 SE Stark. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Map and Compass Navigation Workshop: Expand your outdoor skills by learning the basics of map and compass use. Receive hands-on training and practice. This workshop is most appropriate for ages 10 and up. Tryon Creek Park, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless 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.

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 June 18th, 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 29–31

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

Have a great weekend!

Friday, May 29

  • Zoobomb Public Art Unveiling and Dance Party: The well-known, often-relocated minibike sculpture in downtown Portland has a new, permanent home: an art bike rack created by two local artists at SW 13th and W. Burnside. The celebration includes a parade, Mayor Sam Adams, entertainment and more. The parade meets at 4:00 pm at SW 10th and Oak, and will ride to the site at 5:00 pm. For more information, visit BikePortland.

  • Clay Giberson 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.

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

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

  • Beth Willis (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 Glen David Gold will talk about his book “Sunnyside” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, May 30

  • Starlight Parade: Watch sparkling floats, gleaming bands and glowing marching groups wind their way through downtown Portland. The parade begins at 8:30 pm at NW Burnside and 9th Ave. It then travels through downtown Portland and ends at Lincoln High School. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Admission to Washington County Museum: It’s Family Day at the museum. Activities include kite making, pioneer dressup and more. 17677 NW Springville Rd, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Cricket Campus Rail Jam Tour: See the best college snowboarders compete in 20 tons of snow at Pioneer Square. 1:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Wilsonville Parade Celebrating Oregon’s 150th Birthday: The parade will start at 10:00 am at the Parker Johnstone Honda Dealership and meander along Memorial Drive past the Parks to end up at Wilsonville City Hall. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Wilsonville Festival of Arts: The festival features more than 100 artists and performers from Wilsonville and beyond. Music, dance, poetry, and other live events are presented on the stage at Wilsonville’s Town Center Park. Hands-on activities for kids. Town Center Park (29600 SW Park Place, Wilsonville), Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Sturgeon Festival: Discover the many facets of the Columbia River ecosystem in which we live. Activities include Portland Audubon Birds of Prey, Creature Feature Reptile Zoo, Chinook tribal lore, water and boating safety demos, and more. Water Resources Education Center (4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver), Saturday and Sunday. For schedule and more information, visit the event website.

  • Children’s Festival 2009: Free face painting, dance performances, kids’ activities and crafts, and more. Organized by Vancouver Family Magazine. Westfield Vancouver Mall (8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr), 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Kids and Maternity Clothing Swap: Round up clean children’s clothing, accessories, and other wearables your kids don’t use or love anymore and swap them for items they need. This swap also includes maternity clothes. Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave. Check the event website for times and more information.

  • Ed Benedict Skate Plaza Grand Opening Celebration and Skate Jam Invitational: Portland City Commissioners Dan Saltzman and Nick Fish will officially open the skate plaza at 1:15 pm. Enjoy a youth skateboarding competition, DJ, giveaways and more. Ed Benedict Park, SE 104th and Powell Blvd. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Lorna Miller’s Little Kids’ Jamboree: Lorna Miller uses music, songs, rhythm, and movement activities to stimulate young imaginations. The Little Kids’ Jamboree is an interactive event for kids of all ages. Belmont Library (1038 SE 39th Ave), 3:00 pm–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 “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.

  • Green Walks: A guide from Portland Parks & Recreation will lead a tour of Kelley Point Park (N. Marine Dr. and Lombard), 10:00 am–11:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Nancy Curtin (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.

  • Lisa Forkish Trio (website) will perform at 7:00 pm at Local Lounge (3536 NE MLK, 503.282.1833).

  • Massive 7 Party: Special guest DJ Cousin Cole, a fashion show showcasing local designers, a PBR wheel and the official after-party for the Campus Rail Jam tour. Say “LifeisaParty” at the door and get in free before 10:00 pm. Ages 21+. Crown Room, 205 NW Fourth Ave.

  • Kaitlyn Ni Donovan and The Brilliant Channel 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.

  • Poncho Luxurio (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, May 31

  • Zumiez Couch Tour (Skate Event): This event features a skateboarding competition and demos, giveaways, live music, food samples and more. Glenhaven Skatepark (NE 82nd Ave & Siskiyou St), noon to 6:00 pm. For schedule and more information, visit the event website.

  • Wilsonville Festival of Arts: The festival features more than 100 artists and performers from Wilsonville and beyond. Music, dance, poetry, and other live events are presented on the stage at Wilsonville’s Town Center Park. Hands-on activities for kids. Town Center Park (29600 SW Park Place, Wilsonville), Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Sturgeon Festival: Discover the many facets of the Columbia River ecosystem in which we live. Activities include Portland Audubon Birds of Prey, Creature Feature Reptile Zoo, Chinook tribal lore, water and boating safety demos, and more. Water Resources Education Center (4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver), Saturday and Sunday. For schedule and more information, visit the event website.

  • Kung Fu Film Series: “The Big Boss” will be showing at Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave) at 2:15 pm. The 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.

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

  • Cookbook author Ani Phyo will talk about her book “Ani’s Raw Food Desserts” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Free Acupuncture: The Herb Shoppe will offer free acupuncture from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. 3327 SE Hawthorne Blvd. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Adaptive Bike Day: Try your hand at different biking options while cruising the Eastbank Esplanade. Several different types of bikes will be available to try out including two, three, and four-wheels, recumbent, upright, hand or foot-pedals. Helmets required (some will be available at the event). Meet at Vera Katz Festival Plaza parking lot under the east end of the Hawthorne Bridge. 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

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 May 28th, 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 8–10

Before we get to the free events, how about some Mother’s Day freebies.

On May 10:

Free Events

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

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

  • “Titanic: Treasures from the Deep”: This traveling exhibit has a collection of more than 50 previously lost items from the Titanic wreckage and provides the history that surrounds them. Washington Square Mall, 9585 SW Washington Square Road. For times, visit the event website.

Friday, May 8

  • Global Oneness Project: Since 2006, the Project has traveled to six continents, gathering stories from individuals and organizations working in the fields of sustainability, conflict resolution, social justice, spirituality, indigenous wisdom, and politics. The event includes short films, discussion, and more. Kennedy School (5736 NE 33rd Ave), 5:30 pm–9:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • Black Market Sunday, Lickity, and Afantomlym will perform at Someday Lounge (125 NW 5th Ave) at 9:00 pm. Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event 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.

  • Mirage 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.

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

  • Puddletown Ramblers (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 Emily Chenoweth will talk about her book “Hello Goodbye” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Saturday, May 9

  • Festival of the Birds: Join the Audubon Society, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the City of Portland for a celebration of migratory birds. The event includes guided walks, children’s activities, live music and, of course, birds. Sellwood Park, just south of Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • St. Johns Bizarre and Parade: The festival known as the St. Johns Bizarre begins at 10:00 am. The event includes vendors, two music stages and a beer garden. The parade starts at noon. For more information on the Bizarre, click here. For the parade, click here.

  • Laurelhurst Art Walk: Enjoy the amazing artistic endeavors that the Laurelhurst Neighborhood has to offer. 10:00 am–5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • National Train Day: The world’s most famous steam locomotive, Southern Pacific steam locomotive no. 4449 known as the “Daylight,” will be on display. Entertainment by Rose Festival Clown Corps and Two Sisters & a Mr., giveaways and more. Portland Union Station (800 NW 6th Ave), 10:00 am–3:00 pm. Learn more about Train Day here.

  • SCRAP Grand Opening Party: The School & Community Reuse Action Project (SCRAP) will celebrate the opening of its new location with live music, food, a fashion show, and more. 2915 NE MLK, 6:00 pm–8:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Couponing 101: Dramatically decrease the amount you spend on groceries and household items by using specific couponing strategies, menu planning and budgeting. Taught by Angela Davis, author of the blog www.frugallivingnw.com. Central Library (801 SW 10th Ave), 1:00 pm–3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Grow Your Own Organic Summer Veggies” Workshop: Each second Saturday, enjoy a hands-on, family-friendly gardening workshop at Metro’s Natural Techniques Demonstration Garden (6800 SE 57th Ave). Complimentary garden gift, while supplies last. 10:00 am to 11:00 am (presentation) and 11:00 am to 2:00 pm (activity time). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Gardening and Wellness Workshops: The American College of Healthcare Sciences will host workshops on organic herb gardening and medicinals. Space is limited; please RSVP to (503) 244-0726 or email admissions @ achs.edu. 5940 SW Hood Ave, 11:00 am–2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Cake and Punch Revival: Ecotrust is hosting a modern-day version of a dessert and punch reception in its newest event venue, the Center for Architecture. Come by and sample sweet treats and jazzy punch from Ecotrust’s caterers and take home your favorite punch recipe. 403 NW 11th Ave, 11:00 am–2:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Beaverton to Tigard Fanno Creek Walking Tour: Join trail advocate Bob Bothman on this 5-mile round trip walk on the Fanno Creek Greenway Trail. Learn about the trail and historic Fanno Farm and Farmhouse as you look for wildlife and view several relocations of the creek. Meet at 8405 SW Creekside Place in Beaverton at 7:45 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 “The Northwest Hiking Essentials.” 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.

  • Camas Health and Safety Fair, Plant Fair: Come to downtown Camas to take in one fair or both. For more information, visit these websites: Plant Fair, Health and Safety Fair.

  • Concert for Ages 4 and Under: Local songwriter Matt Clark will play songs from his debut album, “Funny Little Fella,” plus some old chestnuts like “Wheels on the Bus” and “Yellow Submarine.” Fun for the whole family. Milagros Boutique (5429 NE 30th Ave), 11:00 am. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Squid Attack CD Release: Squid Attack will perform at 7:30 pm at Airplay Café. All ages. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Failing Records Compilation Release Party: Palo Verde, The Metal Shakespeare Company, Southern Belle, and Bark Hide and Horn will perform at Backspace (115 NW 5th) at 8:00 pm. All ages. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Willamette Week Presents: Best New Band Show: Explode Into Colors, Nurses, and White Fang will perform at 9:00 pm at Berbati’s Pan (231 SW Ankeny St). Ages 21+. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • Mitzi Zilka (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.

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

  • The Atonements (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.

  • Russian Folk Music: Enjoy a presentation of folk songs and romances, presented in Russian, by local artist Natalia Hougen. Holgate Library (7905 SE Holgate Blvd), 3:30 pm–4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Writers Judith Arcana and Leanne Grabel will talk about motherhood at In Other Words Women’s Books and Resources (8 B NE Killingsworth St) at 3:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Healthy Living: Bo Rinaldi, author of vegan and raw foods cookbooks, will discuss how to start a path toward healthier living that will reduce the need for expensive healthcare, empower our local and regional farmers, and save money on food costs. 11:00 am, Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside). For more information, visit the event website.

  • Poetry Reading and Acoustic Latin Music by Alex & Magu Appella: Come enjoy Alex’s writings and Magu’s singing and acoustic guitar playing inspired by their Latin American travels and Argentine living. 23 Sandy Gallery (623 NE 23rd Ave), 5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • Social Media in Real Life: Learn what social media is and how to use these free (or nearly free) online tools to connect with potential clients and find like-minded folks. Writing techniques, tags, and stats will be covered. Rockwood Library (17917 SE Stark St), 3:00 pm–5:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

Sunday, May 10

  • Walking With Mom: What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than hearing a presentation from Portland’s beloved “walking” author, followed by a beautiful walk in the park. Tryon Creek Park, 2:00 pm–2:45 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

  • “Seeds of Chicano Identity”: Phil Esparza, World Theatre Operations Manager of El Teatro Campesino, will lead a panel discussion on “Producing Theatre for Social Change,” illuminating the mechanics of arts activism and sharing his experiences with El Teatro Campesino. Milagro Theatre (525 SE Stark St), 4:30 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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

  • Paula Sinclair (website) 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 and Demonstration: “Tai Chi Master” will be showing at Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Ave) at 2:15 pm. The 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.

  • “Living in Oblivion” 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: “Barefoot in the Park” 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.

  • Author Tony Horwitz will talk about his book “A Voyage Long and Strange” at Powell’s City of Books on Burnside (1005 W. Burnside), 7:30 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.

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