On April 3, 2012, from noon to 8:00 pm, get a free scoop of ice cream at participating Ben & Jerry’s shops.
For more information and to find a shop near you, visit Ben & Jerry’s website.
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Add comment April 2nd, 2012
For $24, you can get a $48 ticket to Oregon Ballet Theatre’s A Holiday Revue. The deal is available until Thursday, November 24, at 9:00 am. To purchase, go to Portland Perks (if you don’t see the deal on this page, click “All Deals” in the black bar at the top of the page).
Tickets are good for the following performances:
Photo credit: Oregon Ballet Theatre
Add comment November 23rd, 2011
Haunted houses
Fall events
Portland Pumpkin Farm
The Pumpkin Patch
Fazio Farm
Baggenstos Farms
Know of any other fall event deals? Write a comment.
Movies
Two admission tickets to Casablanca and one large popcorn at Venetian Theatre & Bistro in Hillsboro for $7 (a $15.75 value). Voucher is valid on November 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, or 12 at 7:00 pm. For more information, go to Groupon.
Theater
Holiday events
Two tickets to the 22nd Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival for $8 (regularly $16). The festival runs from November 4 to 6 at the Oregon Convention Center. Go to LivingSocial for more information.
Don’t forget
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Add comment October 27th, 2011
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway for goodie bags from Mars Petcare. I enjoyed reading about your dogs!
The winners are Megan (owner of Mika) and Zoila. (Megan and Zoila, please check your email.)
The giveaway is a promotion for Woof Walk, a free event happening this Saturday, October 15. Woof Walk offers the following free activities:
If you register for the walk in advance, you will receive a free t-shirt and doggie bag.
For more information about Woof Walk, click here.
1 comment October 10th, 2011
Just want to make sure you know about the Wells Fargo Impostor Scam. If you are a Wells Fargo customer, you might receive a phone call or text message (or both, in my husband’s case) claiming that your account has been deactivated. This communication is not from Wells Fargo; it’s a scam.
Hang up the phone immediately. Do not respond to the text. Never give out your account information. Ever. Please.
You can read more about the scam here.
6 comments September 13th, 2011
And…we’re back.
Note: These events offer free admission, but might charge for activities or food and drink.
All weekend
PICA Time-Based Art Festival (TBA): It’s time once again for the TBA Festival, 11 days of contemporary performance and visual art from around the world. Some events are free (this, this, this, and more).
Friday, September 9
This! Fest: This two-day festival features entertainment by nearly 20 local bands and more than 20 local writers.
MusicFestNW: Free shows at Dr. Martens and Doug Fir; check links for times.
Movies in the Park: “Toy Story 3″ will be showing at Multnomah Arts Center.
Saturday, September 10
Widmer Brothers Brewing’s Oktoberfest: Celebrating Munich-style ales, German food, and music. Widmer Brothers Brewing Co. (929 N. Russell Street), 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm.
Belmont Street Fair: Kids activities (bouncy house and mini golf, combined!), artist’s alley, live music, and more. SE Belmont Street between 33rd and 37th will be car-free. Noon to 8:00 pm.
Under the Autumn Moon Festival: Celebrate this Chinese tradition with free acupuncture, shiatsu chair massage, and qigong; lion dance; moon cakes and more. Old Town/Chinatown, 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
MusicFestNW: Free shows at Dr. Martens and Doug Fir; check links for times. Almost simultaneous parties at Cravedog and Rontoms (need to RSVP), starting at 2:00 pm.
This! Fest: This two-day festival features entertainment by nearly 20 local bands and more than 20 local writers.
West Linn Arts Festival: About 100 artists, music, kids activities, and more. Willamette Park at 12th Street between Tualatin Avenue and Volpp Street. Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Family Day at the Washington County Museum: Hands-on history and art activities for the whole family. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Festival of Nations: Celebrate Native American heritage and the communities of the Gorge. Cascade Locks Marine Park, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Pow Wow starts at 6:00 pm Saturday night.
Women on Bikes Clinic, Gear Up for Winter: Learn helpful hints on winter gear, riding techniques, and bike upkeep. Bethany Lutheran Church, 10:00 am.
Mid-Autumn Festival: Celebrate one of the best-loved holidays in Vietnam and China. Participate in a festive lantern-making craft and enjoy snacks. Gregory Heights Library, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Movies in the Park: “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” will be showing at April Hill Park.
Guided Nature Walk: Join a park naturalist for a free, guided nature hike to explore Tryon Creek State Natural Area. 10:00 am.
Sunday, September 11
9/11 remembrance events: Check out this list from KATU.
Fall.ART.Live: Oregon Ballet Theatre and members of the Portland Arts Community invite you to a day of performance, demonstrations, community outreach, and remembrance. Director Park, 11:00 am to 5:30 pm.
West Linn Arts Festival: About 100 artists, music, kids activities, and more. Willamette Park at 12th Street between Tualatin Avenue and Volpp Street. Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Festival of Nations: Celebrates Native American heritage and the beauty, natural resources, and communities of the Gorge. Cascade Locks Marine Park, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; Pow Wow starts at 6:00 pm Saturday night.
MusicFest Party: 14 bands, $1 beers. Rontoms, 2:00 pm. Need to RSVP.
The Do-Over: Adidas Originals is hosting a party with secret guests, food and drink, and more. Free admission with RSVP. Produce Row Cafe, 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Get Out! Backpacking: Wilderness expert Erik Soltan will provide an introduction to hiking northwest trails and discuss the tools and skills you need to be self-sufficient in the outdoors. Central Library, 2:00 pm.
Tigard 50th Birthday: Free birthday cake and music at Tigard Library, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
More free events
For more free and low-cost events, check PDX Pipeline and Dave Knows Portland.
For kids events, check UrbanMamas and PDX Kids Calendar.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
Add comment September 8th, 2011
A couple months ago, as you might know, I made an announcement. At the time, I was burnt out and wondering “what next?” What next for Around the Sun?
For a while, the break felt great. It was exactly what I needed. Then a couple weeks ago, I started to miss it here. I missed finding deals and knowing all the cool free things to do around town.
What I’m saying is, I want to get back to it. But the question remains…”what next?”
I have a few ideas. But what I really want is to hear from you. What do you want from Around the Sun? If you’re interested in sharing your thoughts, please take this short survey.
I’m all ears.
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1 comment September 7th, 2011
On September 1, 2011, head to Waterfront Park for a free concert by the Oregon Symphony, as well as performances by Portland Youth Philharmonic and Oregon Ballet Theatre. Stay until the end and be treated to Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and an elaborate fireworks show, complete with military canons from the Oregon Army National Guard 218th Field Artillery. Bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating.
Event details:
Oregon Symphony Waterfront Concert
Thursday, Sept 1, 2011
Tom McCall Waterfront Park (1020 Naito Pkwy)
5 pm: Portland Youth Philharmonic
7 pm: Oregon Symphony
Admission is free
For more information, visit the Oregon Symphony website.
Add comment August 31st, 2011
The Portland Timbers Reserves will play the reserves from Chivas USA on September 27, and Plum District is selling two tickets for $10. The game starts at 11 am.
Interested? If so, go to Plum District to purchase the tickets by 11:59 pm, September 1. If you are new to Plum District, you will need to set up an account using your email address and zip code.
In addition, Plum District will donate 10% of your purchase to local nonprofit Schoolhouse Supplies.
Fine print:
Photo from http://www.portlandtimbers.com/
Add comment August 31st, 2011
On September 10, an encore performance of Trek in the Park will be filmed for the second season of “Portlandia.” If you show up, you might end up on TV too. According to the Facebook page for the event:
This performance of “Trek in the Park” is being videotaped for use in and in connection with the television series “Portlandia”. The videotaping will include audience shots. Anyone not wishing to appear in “Portlandia” is hereby advised against attending this evening’s performance of “Trek in the Park”. By attending the performance you are granting permission for your likeness to be included in “Portlandia” for all purposes, in all media, in perpetuity.
“Trek in the Park” is a a live, outdoor stage adaptation of a classic Star Trek episode. For our 3rd summer show, we present the classic tale of an alternate reality Starfleet in MIRROR, MIRROR!
Event details:
Encore performance of Trek in the Park
September 10, 2011
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Woodlawn City Park (NE 13th Ave & Dekum St, Portland, OR)
Free admission
For more information, visit the Facebook page or contact the folks from Trek in the Park
Photo from http://www.atomic-arts.org
Add comment August 31st, 2011
