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August 2010 Events and Activities All activities are free unless otherwise noted. 2010 PDX Pop Now! - PDX Pop Now! July 30 – 6pm, July 31 – 1pm, Aug 1 – 1pm – Rotture 315 SE 3rd Ave in Portland Dedicated to celebrating, promoting, and enhancing Portland's vital and diverse music community, we also strive to connect this community in various ways to the public. Begun in 2004 in true DIY fashion by a dozen or so members of the PDX-POP mailing list, the group has produced three music compilations and FREE, ALL AGES multi-day music festivals. The PDX Pop Now! festivals — which have provided the public the opportunity to see up to 50 of Portland's finest bands in one safe venue -have drawn audiences in the thousands PDX Bridge Festival - Hawthorne Lift 100 July 24 – Aug 7 - Hawthorne Bridge - Willamette River “Hit the Lights” is the lighting and fabric installation on the Hawthorne Bridge, possibly the largest art installation in Portland history. The lights accentuate 60 panels of fabric installed in the bridge trusses and lift towers, turning the structure into a wash of color and moving light and marking the rhythm of commuter traffic as it moves across the bridge. Sunday, August 1st at 4pm – Daniel Duford – The Green Man of Portland Powell’s on Hawthorne, 3723 SE Hawthorne Boulevard Daniel Duford, artist and writer, presents “The Green Man of Portland”–a comic series of a faux legend, represented by public art installations around the city, that assimilates the various histories of Portland, the Willamette River and its bridges. Wednesday, August 4th at 6pm Art Institute of Portland, 1122 NW Davis Street The Renegade Minstrels deliver a panoramic musical and photographic narrative of Portland’s bridges. With original music and songs composed in Portland by Woody Guthrie, they share a variety of perspectives with the audience–from the Depression-era squatters’ shacks under the Ross Island Bridge to the soaring experience of crossing the Marquam Bridge in 2010. Free/All Ages. For more event activities visit www.pdxbridgefestival.org Concerts in the Park - Casey Neill & the Norway Rats (left coast rock) Monday, Aug 2 – 6:30-8:30pm Sellwood Riverfront Park - SE Spokane & Oaks Pkwy in Portland Free art activities for children will begin at 6:00 PM. VDA-Esther Short Neighborhood National Night Out August 3 - 7 - 9 PM - Turtle Place, 7th and Main NATIONAL NIGHT OUT – Concerts in the Park Tuesday, August 3 – 6:30-8:30 - Fernhill Park - NE 37 Ave, north of Ainsworth Concordia Neighborhood Association presents Black & Blue with Devin Phillips (fusion funk) and a special appearance by the 2010 Teen Idol Winner Movies in the Park - Shorts Tuesday, Aug 3 - Glenfair Park - NE 154th Ave & Davis in Portland The River City Band will be playing before the movie beginning at 6:30, the movie begins at dark. Riverview Six to Sunset Concert - Zuzo Blue August 5, 6 - 8 PM - Esther Short Park - 301 W. 8th Street Come join the fun at Esther Short Park as the band Zuzo Blue plays the sun to sleep! Food vendors will be selling dinner and snack foods throughout the event. Everyone is welcome, so get ready to rock and we will see you in the park! Mad Science: What do You Know About H2O? Thursday, August 5 - 2-2:45 p.m. - Hollywood Library - 4040 N.E. Tillamook St. Come and shake it up with the Mad Scientist as you learn all about the amazing attributes of water while focusing on the importance of conserving this precious resource! Washington Park Summer Festival Aug 5-14 - Concerts begin at 6:00 PM in the Rose Garden next to the Zoo—Click here for more info about each act. THU - Aug 5 - DRUMS FROM TWO CONTINENTS FRI - Aug 6 - PORTLAND SUMMERFEST OPERA IN THE PARK SAT - Aug 7 - JAZZ WOMEN SUN - Aug 8 - PORTLAND FESTIVAL SYMPHONY MON - Aug 9 - TY CURTIS BAND TUE - Aug 10 - CARRIE CUNNINGHAM & THE SIX SHOOTERS WED - Aug 11 - APPLE JAM THU - Aug 12 - LOVENESS WESA, KGOTSO AFRICAN DANCE & THE BANTUS BAND FRI - Aug 13 - DO JUMP! SAT - Aug 14 - FELICIDADES Movies in the Park - Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel THU - Aug 5 - Woodstock Park - SE 47th Ave & Steele St in Portland The River City Trio, The Sounds of Rayvis (Elvis) will be playing starting at 6:30, movie begins at dark. Movies in the Park - The Princess Bride FRI, Aug 6 - Mt Scott Park - SE 72nd Ave & Harold St in Portland The Sounds of Norman will be playing starting at 6:30, the rock climbing wall will be there and the movie will begin at dark. Bite of Oregon 2010 Aug 6 & 7 – 11am-11pm, Aug 8 – 10am-8pm - Waterfront Park - 1020 SW Naito From coast to Cascades to canyons, the Bite of Oregon is a stunning celebration of Oregon, its food, its people and its extraordinary quality of life. Come join the fun at the best summer party on the Portland waterfront! $3 Early Bird Special Art in the Heart Festival August 6 - 7, 5:30 PM - 6th to 11th, C St to Columbia in downtown Vancouver Two days of artists in the open air, music, and inspiration in Downtown Vancouver! Friday night brings a beer garden and live stage performance by Hit Explosion at Turtle Place, 7th and Main. Details at www.vdausa.org 13 galleries, street art and vendors, live music on 8 stages! The Worlds 13th Annual Elephant Garlic Festival! Aug 6-8, more info and hours at www.funstinks.com Jessie Mays Community Center - 30955 NW Hillcrest - North Plains, OR 97133 The festival features entertainment of all kinds--from the kid's stage, jammin' blues, and blues grass, an arts and crafts mall, and a beer and wine garden. North Plains is about a 35 minute drive from Vancouver. Free Admission. Let’s Make A Splash with Reading Saturday, August 7 - 11-11:45 a.m. - Albina Library - 3605 N.E. 15th Ave. A musical performance designed for 5 year olds to 5th graders. Performer Cinda Tilgner loves to “sprinkle” a few Spanish words throughout her songs for everyone to sing. The audience becomes the rhythm band using very cool instruments in this interactive & educational music program. Freezer Paper Stenciling on Fabric Saturday, August 7, 1-3 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Use freezer paper, scissors, an iron, and fabric-friendly paint to stencil designs onto fabric (like t-shirts) that you bring with you. You'll learn everything you need to make your own more elaborate prints later at home! Instruction by Lee Meredith of leethal.net. Register By Phone: 503.988.5234 Movies in the Park - Nim's Island SAT, Aug 7 - Dickinson Park - SW 55th Ave & Alfred Ct in Portland The River City Band will be playing starting at 6:30, the rock climbing wall will be there and the movie will begin at dark. Movies in the Park - Fantastic Mr. Fox SUN, Aug 8 - King School Park - NE 6th Ave & Humboldt St in Portland The River City Band will play starting at 6:30, the movie will begin at dark. The Tween Scene! Tuesday, August 10 at 6:30 pm - Three Creeks Community Library Where Families Meet to Talk about Books (ages 9-12 and one parent) Tennyson by Lesley M.M. Blume. Refreshments provided. Each month a free copy of the "book of the month" will be given to those attending to keep. Call (360) 571-9696 to register. Library Lego Lovers Tuesday, August 10 at 4 pm - Vancouver Community Library Join us each month for a new Lego challenge. Bring your own Legos or use the library's Lego collection. Recycled Plastic Bag Bag Wednesday, August 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Albina Library - 3605 N.E. 15th Ave. Artist and author Diane Gilleland will show you how to use all those plastic grocery bags in your cupboard. Give them a new life as yarn - or, "plarn," to be more exact. We'll learn the process to convert bags into yarn, and then crochet a simple wristlet bag. Register By Phone: 503.988.5234 Riverview Six to Sunset Concert – Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts August12, 6 - 8 PM - Esther Short Park - 301 W. 8th Street Come join the fun at Esther Short Park as the band Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts plays the sun to sleep! Food vendors will be selling dinner and snack foods throughout the event. Everyone is welcome, we will see you in the park! Movies in the Park - Planet 51 FRI, Aug 13 - St Johns Park - 8427 N Central St in Portland The River City Band will be playing starting at 6:30 and the movie will begin at dark. Movies in the Park - The Music Man (1962) SAT, Aug 14 - Laurelhurst Park - SE 39th Ave & Stark St in Portland Mitzi Zilka and the French Café Quartet will be playing starting at 6:30, the rock climbing wall will be there and the movie will begin at dark. Fire in the Park August 14, 11am -9pm - Esther Short Park Enjoy a full day of activities at the park, highlighted by a firefighter challenge competition, chili cook-off, children's activities, several NW fire pipe and drum corps, and music by 5 Guys Named Moe. Free to the public. Second Saturday at the Water Center - "Water Ranger" August 14, 1 - 3 PM - Water Resources Education Center - 4600 SE Columbia Become a Water Ranger at the August 14 Second Saturday! Engage in water-related activities and show how you could use a little less water at home. When you have completed the activities, help make your Water Ranger button. Children and their families are invited to this free event. 2010 Portland Adult Soapbox Derby - Races start at the amphitheatre and there will be 39 teams. Food Art! Saturday, August 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – N. Portland Library - 512 N. Killingsworth We will cut and paste our own distinctive characters out of fun fruits, vegetables and other edibles. Good for parents and children! Taught by author and artist Addie Boswell. Create Your Own Comic Book Saturday, August 14, 2-3 p.m. - Albina Library - 3605 N.E. 15th Ave. You’ll learn about the different parts of a comic book, how to write it, how to plan it out, and how to bring it all together! It is time to see your characters and stories come to life on the action filled pages of a comic book. Ideal for kids 6-12. Hawthorne Street Fair Sunday, Aug 15th – 11am – 5pm - All along Hawthorne, especially 30th-43rd Sunday Parkways will cross Hawthorne again this year, drawing thousands of people to the Hawthorne Street Fair! Concerts in the Park - Chata Addy & Susuma (Afro highlife) Aug 17, 6-8pm - Kenton Park - N. Kilpatrick & Delaware in Portland Wonderful Wednesdays - Royal Scottish Dancers Wednesday, August 18 at 3 pm - Vancouver Mall Community Library (for all ages) Enjoy traditional Scottish country dancing and music. Border Collies International Performing Canine Team Thursday, August 19, 2-4 p.m. - St. Johns Library - 7510 N. Charleston Ave. This four-dog, four-kid team entertains and educates audiences with sports demonstrations, such as frisbee, soccer, football, baseball and basketball. RiverFest August 19-22 - Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 1020 SW Naito Parkway Popular attractions from last year return, including Dragon Boat Races, the River Fair, and the SOLV Cleanup. We have also added many new and exciting events for the whole family to enjoy. Join us this summer to celebrate the river on the river. www.portlandriverfest.org Corn Husk Flowers/Flores de Hojas de Maíz Friday, August 20, 1-3 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Local artist Maria Alvarado will show you how to create beautiful corn husk flowers often used in Latin American festivals and street fairs. For ages 8 and up; all materials provided. Movies in the Park - The Princess and the Frog FRI, Aug 20 - Wilkes Park - 3655 NE 154th Ave in Portland The Sounds of Rayvis (Elvis) will be playing starting at 6:30, the rock climbing wall will be there, the movie will begin at dark. "On the Grass" Car Show August 21, 10am – 4pm - Marshall Community Center Are you looking for fun, food and great cars? "On the Grass" is a car show featuring classic cars. The event will be held at Marshall Community Center at McLoughlin and Ft. Vancouver Way. Russian-American Cultural Festival "Soberiha"-2010 August 21, 12 - 6 PM - Esther Short Park A celebration in the style of the traditional Russian folk carnival and American music. Admission is free. We invite musicians, singers and dancers, from WA, OR and Alaska States. There also will be opportunity for visitors to try their hands at some traditional Russian games. This event will be a charitable event also. Through our advertisements about Festival we call people to donate some can food, warm blankets and bring it to event. There will be special boxes near the stage where people can put their stuff which will be donated to shelters after our event. Make a Splash with Bend Magic’s Bill Mitchell Saturday, August 21, 3-3:45 p.m. - Gregory Heights Library - 7921 N.E. Sandy Exciting, engaging, fast-paced and interactive, this show is the perfect blend of comedy, magic and, of course, books. Stories and characters are woven into an interactive magic show designed for children of all ages. Recycled Plastic Bag Bag Sunday, August 22, 2-4 p.m. - St. Johns Library - 7510 N. Charleston Ave. Artist and author Diane Gilleland will show you how to use all those plastic grocery bags in your cupboard. Give them a new life as yarn - or, "plarn," to be more exact. We'll learn the process to convert bags into yarn, and then crochet a simple wristlet bag. Register By Phone: 503.988.5234 Concerts in the Park - Hillstomp (bucket & stomp blues) Aug 24, 6-8pm - Kenton Park - N. Kilpatrick & Delaware in Portland Wonderful Wednesdays - Creation Station Wednesday, August 25 - 11 -1 pm - Vancouver Mall Community Library (for all ages) Drop in to create marvelous works of art. Loose Ukes! Wednesday, August 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. - Albina Library - 3605 N.E. 15th Ave. Learn to play the ukulele! This workshop assumes little or no experience with the instrument, and uses songs with only one and two chords. With a couple of strums, chords, and most importantly, one or two ukulele tricks, you’ll be the life of the party! It is impossible to not smile while playing the ukulele. Loaner instruments are available for the workshop. Mz. Pearl: the Under Water Revue Thursday, August 26, 2-3 p.m. - St. Johns Library - 7510 N. Charleston Ave. A solo clown show filled with FUNNY physical comedy, circus skills and clever--or at least odd--solutions to bizarre problems. Pearl is a skilled performer and captivates her audiences, a family favorite! Festa Italiana! August 26th, Thursday 4 PM-11 PM August 27th, Friday Noon-11 PM August 28th, Saturday 11 AM-11 PM – Pioneer Courthouse Square - 701 SW 6th Join us for the 19th Festa Italiana August 26-28 in beautiful downtown Portland, Oregon. The “Piazza” at Pioneer Courthouse Square will have non-stop Entertainment, Dancing, Wine Garden and Great Food from some of the top Italian Restaurants in Portland. Children love our pizza toss, grape stomp and marionettes. Movies in the Park - The Tale of Despereaux SAT, Aug 28 - Montavilla Park - NE 82nd Ave & Glisan St in Portland The River City Band will be playing starting at 6:30, the rock climbing wall will be there and the movie will begin at dark. |
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