Summer comes to an end, but the warm weather and festivals continue unabated through September.
There’s not much going on this particular weekend, however. Have some friends over, buy some beer, grill some flesh.
If you itch to get out, the North Park Blocks are the setting for the 11th annual Art in the Pearl arts festival. I went last year and being the philistine I am, wasn’t too thrilled, but there is plenty of art to peruse. Lots of food vendors too (but no beer garden!?!?!). There’s also live music and hands-on activities for kids and adults.
A few blocks west the Pearl District is hosting its annual Labor Day Sidewalk Sale. (This is not the sort of thing I would usually feature, but the pickings are slim this weekend.) Over 45 stores are participating, so there will be plenty to choose from. Restaurants and bars are staying open too, so you will be able to slake your thirst while you max out your credit cards.
September: Festival month!
But the rest of the September, that’s a different story. September is my favorite month in Portland. Those who know me know that I live for the Fall beer festival, and there are plenty. Check out the calendar and plan your weekends . . . I’ll be reminding you as each festival approaches!
Let’s not forget the labor in Labor Day. Even W’s anti-labor Labor Department says the day “is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.”
Point of interest: in 1887, Oregon was the first state to make Labor Day an official holiday.
Here’s something from http://www.associatedcontent.com: “…the Northwest Oregon Labor Council is sponsoring the largest Labor Day picnic in Oregon at Oaks Park from 10 to 5. Send the kids off to enjoy the Oaks Park Amusement rides (for a special rate of $6.25 for a deluxe ride bracelet), and kick back to view the river and listen to the day-long live music. Be sure to catch the Oregon Symphony Players at noon. All working people – union or nonunion – are invited to attend. Approximately 10,000 people are expected to attend this free event. ”
Great blog.
RCTID!
Let’s not forget the labor in Labor Day. In fact, Oregon was the first state to make it an official holiday 120 years ago.
The Northwest Oregon Labor Council sponsors the largest Labor Day picnic in Oregon at Oaks Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It attracts about 10,000 people a year. Kid’s get unlimited rides for something like $6. Plenty of music, food, drink and speeches. The Oregon Symphony Players even performs at noon. All people – union or nonunion – are invited.
Great blog. RCTID!