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July Events and Activities All activities are free unless otherwise noted To see all free Portland Parks and Rec activities each week (including where the traveling Rock Wall will be) visit: http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/index.cfm?c=50476 Wednesdays, July 1 and 8 - Game Modeling Mayhem / Workshop for Teens 3-5 pm - Vancouver Community Library (Training Lab) Join us for a two-session hands-on modeling workshop with Tinderbox Entertainment founder Kyle Rhone. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own 3D video game model using innovative software and the latest technology. Call (360) 699-8857 to register in advance. (ages 12-19) Wednesday, July 1 and July 22 - Vancouver Community Concert Band Performance 7 PM - Leverich Park - 39th and M St FREE and open to the public, concert of marches, broadway tunes and pop songs of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Thursday, July 2 - Poets' Workshop 6-7:45 pm - Vancouver Community Library Rivkah Loewus will lead this monthly workshop, which will include writing and reading of poems. Thursday, July 2 - Horton Hatches an Egg 2-3 p.m - North Portland Library - 512 N. Killingsworth St. Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre brings to life an array of tabletop puppets with vivacious voice and movement. The play also includes a one-woman circus that will get everyone cheering. Monday, July 6 - Guys Read Open House 6-7 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. in Portland Get together with other guys who love to read and celebrate your favorite books with trivia games and other fun book-related activities. We'll have snacks and you'll have a chance to learn about the Guys Read Club at the Hollywood Library. Guys in grades 4-8 are welcome along with any adult family member. Monday, July 6 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Sellwood Riverfront Park - SE Spokane at Willamette River in Portland Tuesday, July 7 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Mt Tabor Park - Crater Stage, enter at SE 69th & Taylor in SE Portland Hands-on art activities for children beginning at 6:00 PM. Carrie Cunningham & the Six Shooters (Rockin' Western Swing) Wednesday, July 8 - Science in the Park - BUBBLES 11 AM to 1 PM - Esther Short Park Join Water Resources Education Center for fun hands-on science and nature activities before and during the Noon Concert Thursday, July 9 - Riverview Six to Sunset Concert 6 PM to 8 PM – Esther Short Park Featuring: 5 Guys Named Moe. Blankets and sand chairs are recommended. Dogs on a leash are welcome. Friday, July 10 - Steve's Creature Feature 3-4 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Explore the amazing world of reptiles with Steve! Saturday, July 11 - Second Saturday at the Water Center 1 PM to 3 PM - Water Resources Education Center - 4600 SE Columbia Way Good Bugs, Bad Bugs and other Creepy Crawlies—Discover the amazing life of insects, including how they have survived so long and what good are they to us. Find out which ones you want to keep around to ward off the annoying ones. Compete in the Insect Olympics, make a bug and have fun with other creepy creations. Saturday, July 11 - 8th Annual Mississippi Avenue Street Fair 12:00 Children's Parade - starts at Beech Sunday, July 12 - Concert in the Park 2 PM to 5 PM - Esther Short Park Main stage Vocal Union - contempary vocal jazz, traditional southern gospel and Second Mile—contempary christian. Sunday, July 12 – Free Concert in the Park 6pm - McCoy Park - N. Fiske, between Trenton & Fessenden in North Portland Guardian Real Estate Services presents Afincando (Salsa/Latin Jazz) Monday, July 13– Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Sellwood Riverfront Park - SE Spokane at Willamette River in Portland Tuesday, July 14 - Circus Arts Workshop 4:30-5:30 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. Gain the (introductory) skills to really run off and join the circus. This class will introduce you to the basics of juggling, balancing, diablo, clown and partner acrobatics. Space at this program is limited. Tuesday, July 14 - Cut, Copy, Collate: A Zine Construction Workshop 5:30-7:30 p.m. - North Portland Library - 512 N. Killingsworth St. Learn the practical aspects of self-publishing your zine -- just in time for the Portland Zine Symposium. Skylaar Amann ("Action Bookbinding!") will show tips and tricks for layout and design, paste-up and copying, and various simple binding techniques. Call 503.988.5234 to register. Wednesday, July 15 - Science in the Park - CREEPY CRAWLIES 11 AM to 1 PM – Esther Short Park Join Water Resources Education Center for fun hands-on science and nature activities before and during the Noon Concert Wednesday, July 15 - Start Your Own Podcast/ Blog 3-5 p.m. - St. Johns Library - 7510 N. Charleston Ave. in Portland Get your story out there! Learn the basics of starting your own podcast or blog with instructors from the IPRC (that Independent Publishing Resource Center). Wednesday, July 15 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30pm - Dawson Park - N. Stanton & Williams in North Portland Ocean 503 (Hard-Kicking Blues) Thursday, July 16 - Duct Tape Wallets 4-5:30 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Make a duct tape wallet of your own and add design components like a cool design to the front. All materials provided. Thursday, July 16 - Riverview Six to Sunset Concert 6 PM to 8 PM – Esther Short Park Featuring: The Patrick Lamb Band. Blankets and sand chairs are recommended. Dogs on a leash are welcome. Thursday, July 16 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Wallace Park - NW 25th & Raleigh in NW Portland Trash Can Joe (Old-Timey Strings) July 17-19 - Yoshida's Sand in the City 2009 - Yoshida's Sand in the City Pioneer Courthouse Square – 701 SW 6th St in Portland In just six hours, sand teams and architects transform over 450 tons of sand and 4,500 gallons of water into magnificent sand sculptures! July 17-18 - Robin Hood Festival 2009 In homage to the fanciful Sherwood Forest, the annual Robin Hood Festival brings to life the legend of Robin Hood, his Merry Men and Maid Marian. The two-day festival is a long-standing tradition complete with a parade, food, dancing, music, and a crowning of a Maid Marian. Family stage includes sword fighting, juggling, and puppet shows! Friday, July 17 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Fernhill Park - (NE 37th, north of Ainsworth) Norman Sylvester Band (Original R&B) Saturday, July 18 - 1860's Vintage Baseball 6 PM to 8 PM – 610 E Reserve St. On the Parade Ground near the Bandstand The first vintage baseball game of the season, this gloveless game with wooden bats is played by very differnt rules! Bring a picnic and watch staff and volunteers recreate a game, playing by the rules established in 1860. The 1st Oregon Voluteers will once again play the Vancouver town team. Come and cheer for your favorite team, but beware... the umpire can fine the audience for "ungentlemanly" or "unladylike" behavior. Free of charge. Saturday, July 18 - Duct Tape Wallets 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - North Portland Library - 512 N. Killingsworth St. Make a duct tape wallet of your own and add design components like a cool design to the front. All materials provided. July 18 – 19 - Soldier's Bivouac at Vancouver Barracks 9 AM to 5 PM – Ft. Vancouver – 610 E Reserve St Much of the news today is about soldiers in battle. However much of their time is spent at camp and in the community. Explore the camps of soldiers from Vancouver Barracks' past and present. Visitors will see what life was like in the military from a soldier's point of view. Free of charge. Saturday, July 18 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30pm - Rose City Park - NE 62nd & Tillamook in NE Portland Quartette Barbette (Seriously Fun Saxes) Sunday, July 19 – Portland Sunday Parkways in Northeast 9am-4pm – NE Portland Sunday Parkways is about connecting neighborhoods and people: walkers, runners, bikers, seniors, adults, and children all enjoying a route filled with performers, activities and food – all in a car-free environment. Click here to see a map of the route. Featured parks/activity areas: Alberta, Fernhill and Wilshire Parks Sunday, July 19 - Recycled Wool Coffee Cup and Mug Cozies 2-4 p.m. - St. Johns Library - 7510 N. Charleston Ave. in Portland Turn old sweater pieces into a sleeve for disposable paper coffee cups, and a cozy for mugs. Both cute and practical, the cozies will keep your hot drinks hot, and keep your hands from burning, while looking much better than throw-away cardboard sleeves. You'll use some basic hand-sewing and embroidery to put together and decorate the sleeves, and can even add appliqué decorations if you want. Call 503.988.5234 to register. Monday, July 20– Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Sellwood Riverfront Park - SE Spokane at Willamette River in Portland Tuesday, July 21 - Suminagashi Workshop 4:30-6:30 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. Learn the art of paper marbling with Calligrapher and Book Artist Colleen Cavin. Everyone will go home with several sheets of decorated paper. Space at this program is limited. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior Tuesday, July 21 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Mt Tabor Park - Crater Stage, enter at SE 69th & Taylor in SE Portland Hands-on art activities for children beginning at 6:00 PM. The Ty Curtis Band (Blue/Rocks) Wednesday, July 22 - Science in the Park - SALMON & STURGEON 11 AM to 1 PM – Esther Short Park Join Water Resources Education Center for fun hands-on science and nature activities before and during the Noon Concert Summer Arts on Main Street presents Northwest Dance Project "short takes" Celebrate summer with these special free performances by our company of "short takes" from a selection of Portland choreographers. Bring the kids down early to explore dance with our company on the stage and fun at the Farmer's Market. Wednesday, July 22 - Meaningful Milagros 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Albina Library - 3605 N.E. 15th Ave. Discover the rich history and meanings of milagros, the charms of hope, protection, and gratitude. Create your own milagros out of paper and repurposed materials to wear or to give. Call 503.988.5234 to register Thursday, July 23 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Wallace Park - NW 25th & Raleigh in NW Portland Aaron Meyer & His Band (Concert Rock Violinist) July 25-26 – 4Results benefit BBQ @ New Seasons 12:00-4pm – Arbor Lodge New Seasons - 6400 N Interstate Avenue, Portland We’ll be serving Pacific Village Pasture-Raised Beef burgers, or veggie burgers, coleslaw, fruit and a drink for only $6. Come support us by having lunch. If you and/or your friend would like to volunteer to help out, please contact Elizabeth Higley at elizabethh@crmhs.org Saturday, July 25 - Ho`ike and Hawaiian Festival 11 AM to 7 PM – Esther Short Park Over 8,000 visitors have swayed to the rhythm as hula dancers, Portland, Taiko, Native Tribal dancers, and Polynesian singers filled the park with the heartbeat of their cultures. Arts, Crafts, and food vendors will round out this festival which is now considered the third largest annual event at Esther Short Park. Saturday, July 25 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30pm - Rose City Park - NE 62nd & Tillamook in NE Portland Michael Manning & the Carolina Pump Station (Original Rockabilly) Sunday, July 26 – Free Concert in the Park 6pm - McCoy Park - N. Fiske, between Trenton & Fessenden in North Portland Patrick Lamb (R&B to the Max) Tuesday, July 28 - Charles the Magician's Workshop for Teens 4:30-5:30 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. Charles tells how he became a magician, demonstrates award-winning sleight of hand magic, and reveals amazing secrets guaranteed to improve your ability to memorize information. For teens in grades 6-12. Space at this program is limited. Tuesday, July 28 - Starlight Special 6:30-7:15 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. Enjoy a fun filled event for families with nationally known performer Anne-Louise Sterry. With energy and vitality she will entertain you with songs and stories. See more details at www.anne-louise.com Tuesday, July 28 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30 PM - Mt Tabor Park - Crater Stage, enter at SE 69th & Taylor in SE Portland Hands-on art activities for children beginning at 6:00 PM. Warner Pacific College presents Craicmore (Kilts-On Celtic) Wednesday, July 29 - Science in the Park - ANIMAL TRACKS 11 AM to 1 PM – Esther Short Park Join Water Resources Education Center for fun hands-on science and nature activities before and during the Noon Concert Wednesday, July 29 - So You Want To Be A Rock Star? (ages 12-19) 6:30-7:30 pm - Vancouver Community Library Musician/producer Tyler Chen will discuss finding the right musicians, songwriting, recording, creating a press kit, booking shows, promotions, networking and finding endorsements. Wednesday, July 29 – Free Concert in the Park 6:30pm - Dawson Park - N. Stanton & Williams in North Portland Grand Central Baking Company presents Linda Hornbuckle (Diva of Soul/R&B) Thursday, July 30 - Riverview Six to Sunset Concert 6 PM to 8 PM – Esther Short Park Featuring: Norman Sylvester. Blankets and sand chairs are recommended. Dogs on a leash are welcome. Friday, July 31 - Juggler Henrik Bothe 2-3 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Performer Henrik Bothe amazes audiences with incredible juggling, chaotic plate spinning and other acrobatic feats! |
