Around the Sun: A Blog About Saving Money in Portland, Oregon, and beyond http://aroundthesunblog.com Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:57:58 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.3 en AroundTheSunBloghttp://feedburner.google.com Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 10–12 http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/09/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-10%e2%80%9312/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/09/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-10%e2%80%9312/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:57:58 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2078 Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

Have a great weekend!

Friday, July 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday, July 11

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday, July 12

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/09/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-10%e2%80%9312/feed/ Free Events This Weekend in Portland: July 3–5 http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/02/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-3%e2%80%935/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/02/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-3%e2%80%935/#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:42:17 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2066 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.

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/07/02/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-july-3%e2%80%935/feed/ Free Summer Fun: Outdoor Movies http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/29/free-summer-fun-outdoor-movies/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/29/free-summer-fun-outdoor-movies/#comments Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:13:33 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2052 Looking for free movies this summer? Here’s your 2009 guide to Portland’s outdoor offerings. If you have any to add, please write a comment. 

Movies in Portland’s parks: Assorted evenings in July, August and September

“Flicks on the Bricks” at Pioneer Courthouse Square: Friday evenings in July and August

Multnomah Outdoor Cinema at Multnomah Arts Center: July 3, August 7, September 11

“Flicks by the Fountain” at Beaverton City Park: Friday evenings in August

Movies at Millennium Plaza Park in Lake Oswego: Thursday evenings in July and August

Movies in Vancouver parks: Friday evenings in July

Uptown Movie Nights in downtown Vancouver: First Fridays of July, August and September

Movies at Mary S. Young Park in West Linn: Saturday evenings in August

Movies at Memorial Park in Wilsonville (once you click on the link, look under “City Seasonal Events” and click on “Movies in the Park”): Friday evenings in July and August

Movies at Tualatin Commons (PDF file): Saturday evenings in July and August

McMenamins Edgefield (click on “Movie Listings”): Thursday evenings in July and August

Movies in Happy Valley Park: July 10 and 27

And if you want to escape the heat, don’t forget the free family movie series at Regal Theatres.

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/29/free-summer-fun-outdoor-movies/feed/ Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 26–28 http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/25/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-june-26%e2%80%9328/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/25/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-june-26%e2%80%9328/#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2009 03:13:03 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2038 Admission is free for all events below. For more concerts, visit Concert Co-op.

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

Have a great weekend!

All weekend

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

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

Friday, June 26

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

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday, June 27

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday, June 28

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

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

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

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

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

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

If you know of any other free events happening this weekend, please write a comment about it. If you’d like me to include an event in a future round-up, please contact me.

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/25/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-june-26%e2%80%9328/feed/ Portland Summer Street Fairs and Neighborhood Festivals http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/portland-summer-street-fairs-and-neighborhood-festivals/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/portland-summer-street-fairs-and-neighborhood-festivals/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:21:12 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2034 Portland on the Cheap has compiled a list of summer street fairs and neighborhood festivals in Portland. Tons of fun to be had over the next three months. Bookmark this list and mark your calendars!

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/portland-summer-street-fairs-and-neighborhood-festivals/feed/ Addition to Outdoor Concerts List http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/addition-to-outdoor-concerts-list/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/addition-to-outdoor-concerts-list/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:11:04 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2031 We’ve added another free summer concert series to our list:

Lunchbox Concerts (in NE Portland): Lunch time each Wednesday in July and August.

You can check out the entire list here.

If you have an outdoor concert to add to the list, please leave a comment.

Thanks to Portland on the Cheap for the heads up!

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/24/addition-to-outdoor-concerts-list/feed/ Free Summer Fun: Outdoor Concerts http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/21/free-summer-fun-outdoor-concerts/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/21/free-summer-fun-outdoor-concerts/#comments Mon, 22 Jun 2009 01:59:00 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2019 July and August are packed with free outdoor concerts. If you have any to add, please write a comment.

Portland Neighborhood Concerts: Assorted days in July and August.

Washington Park Summer Festival: Assorted days in August.

Tryon Creek State Park: Sunday afternoons in July and August.

Noon Tunes in Pioneer Courthouse Square: Tuesdays and Thursdays in July and August.

Music on Main Street Sponsored by Portland Center for the Performing Arts: Wednesday evenings in July and August. Concerts take place on SW Main Street between SW Broadway and SW Park in downtown Portland.

Pickin’ on Sundays at Doug Fir: Every Sunday in July and August from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm on the patio.

Lunchbox Concerts (in NE Portland): Wednesdays in July and August.

Crown Park in Camas: Wednesday evenings in July and August.

Happy Valley City Park: Thursday evenings in July and August.

Lake Oswego Parks: Assorted days in July and August.

Liberty Plaza in Oregon City: July 10 and August 14.

Stella Olsen Park in Sherwood: Wednesday evenings in July.

Tualatin Hills Park District: Assorted days in June, July and August.

Concerts at Tualatin Commons: Friday evenings in July and August.

Vancouver Parks: Assorted days in July and August.

West Linn: Thursday evenings in July and August.

Bridgeport Village: Thursday evenings in July, August and September.

Concerts in Ardenwald Park, Milwaukie: Thursday evenings in August.

Showtime at Shute Park, Hillsboro (PDF file): Thursday evenings in July and August.

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]]> http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/21/free-summer-fun-outdoor-concerts/feed/ Free Events This Weekend in Portland: June 19–21 http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/18/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-june-19%e2%80%9321/ http://aroundthesunblog.com/2009/06/18/free-events-this-weekend-in-portland-june-19%e2%80%9321/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2009 03:46:17 +0000 Amy http://aroundthesunblog.com/?p=2015 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.

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The start of summer means it’s time once again for Regal’s Free Family Film Festival.

At Portland-area theatres, the festival runs from June 23 to August 26, 2009. The free movies are rated G or PG and will be shown on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00 am.

Tickets can be purchased only at the theatre box office on the day of the show.

Click here for schedule information.

And don’t forget, Century Clackamas Town Center is showing kids movies for $1 each Wednesday from June 10 to August 12. Click here for more information.

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

Have a great weekend!

Friday, June 12

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday, June 13

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday, June 14

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Selling Handmade Goods on Etsy: Learn how and why to sell your handmade goods on the largest online craft consignment store. Let instructors from the IPRC (Independent Publishing Resource Center) be your guide. St. Johns Library (7510 N. Charleston Ave), 2:00 pm–4:00 pm. For more information, visit the event website.

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