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The Hollywood Reporter Reports on Filming in the Beaver State

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The Hollywood ReporterThe Hollywood Reporter takes a look at Oregon’s gloomy skies and the state’s film production incentives in a recent article by Todd Longwell: Made In Oregon.

The article begins with Leverage producer Dean Devlin sharing his fondness for the local atmosphere:

“We shoot the show digitally and that cloud cover is almost like hanging a beautiful silk above our lights,” he says of the action-drama, which stars Timothy Hutton as the leader of a gang of high-tech crooks who steal from the wealthy and corrupt. “It really gives us rich and beautiful colors.”

Oregon’s film production incentives and diversity of terrain are discussed, followed by quotes from several local film folks, including Laika‘s Travis Knight and B-movie legend (and resident of Jackson County) Bruce Campbell.

Portland Timbers Roundup (07/02/2010)

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TimbersThe Portland Timbers played well Wednesday night (especially Dike Bright and Futty Dansou!), in front of a fantastic Portland crowd, but alas after OT, it came down to penalty kicks . . .

Timbers fall to Seattle in U.S. Open Cup on penalty kicks at PortlandTimbers.com

PORTLAND, Ore. – In front of a sold-out crowd at PGE Park, the Portland Timbers battled Major League Soccer’s Seattle Sounders FC to a 1-1 draw, before losing on penalty kicks 4-3 in a third-round matchup in the 2010 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup before 15,422 on Wednesday. [more]

And a few more recaps:

We’re looking to the future though. Like Saturday night:

Timbers battle Vancouver Saturday at PGE Park at PortlandTimbers.com

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Portland Timbers play host to the Vancouver Whitecaps in USSF Division-2 Pro League play Saturday at PGE Park; kickoff is set for 7 p.m. The Timbers face their third match in seven days when they take on their Northwest rival Saturday. [more]

Bright Dike answers some questions after the Kitsap hat trick [he has since scored the game winner against Tampa Bay last Sunday, and the goal against the Sounders Wednesday]:

Q&A: Going one-on-one with Bright Dike at PortlandTimbers.com

Bright Dike turned in a productive night Tuesday, logging the team’s first hat trick in three seasons in a 4-1 second-round victory in the 2010 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. The forward talked about his three-goal night, learning on the job and who he aspires to model his game after in a Q&A. [more]

And plenty of supporter news:

Bitter End Discount for 107ist Members at SCUSA

Starting on 7/3, show your 107ist Membership Card at the Bitter End and enjoy the following specials:

– $1 off Irish Whiskeys
– Happy Hour Food Prices until 10pm
– Daily Pint and Pitcher Special

These discounts will be available every day to 107ist members. [more]

Special Craft Brew Tailgate – 7/3 at SCUSA

As a special celebration of Oregon Craft Beer Month, the 107ist has arranged for kegs from Hopworks, Ninkasi, Rock Bottom, Double Mountain, and Lompoc at the July 3rd Timbers Army tailgate for our 21+ attendees before the Vancouver match at 7pm at PGE Park.

We suggest a $5 donation or $4 + 2 cans of food to donate to the Oregon Food Bank as we will have a collection setup at the tailgate. Clean out your pantry for this good cause!

All proceeds from this craft brew celebration will go towards the 107ist organization to support soccer events and charities in the community. [more]

July: Oregon Craft Beer Month 2010

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Oregon Craft Beer MonthJuly is Craft Beer Month in Oregon, so as you know that means beer events galore!

It begins today, July 1st, with a toast:

At 6:00PM (Pacific Time) Brewers from all corners of Oregon will be leading a toast along with home brewers, pub owners, and craft beer enthusiasts to signify the official kick off of Oregon Craft Beer Month. Join in, no matter where you are, and raise a toast to celebrate Oregon Craft Beer!

For a comprehensive list of ongoing and one time July Craft Beer events, including tastings, festivals, brewery tours, and beer dinners, visit OregonCraftBeerMonth.com throughout the month, and download the events list (PDF).

Here are some of the highlights:

July 9
PUCKERFEST (7/9-7/15) 3 p.m. A celebration of sour and wild ales, Belmont Station, 4500 S.E. Stark St., Portland; 503-232-8538

July 16
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL BEER FEST (7/16-7/18) 4-10 p.m. Friday, Noon-10 p.m. Saturday, Noon-7 p.m. Sunday $25 North Park Blocks, Portland

July 28
CONCORDIA CUP (7/28-8/1) 11 a.m. Blind taste twelve Oregon Imperial I.P.A.’s, Concordia Alehouse, 3276 N.E. Killingsworth St., Portland; 503-287-3929

July 31
16TH ANNUAL BONES AND BREW (7/31-8/1) 11-9p.m. Saturday, 11-5 p.m. Sunday $3 N.W. 14th Ave. and Flanders St., Portland; 503-222-5910

Cheers!

July 1-4: 7th Planet, Midnight Movie, 30 Hour Day 2, Timbers, and 4th of July Fireworks!

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Thursday

Soldier7th Planet Picture Show presents Soldier

Portland’s answer to MST3K, the 7th Planet Picture Show, takes place at 7pm this Thursday, July 1st at Mount Tabor Theater (4811 SE Hawthorne).

The movie?  Soldier.  Huh.  I’ve never even heard of it. It’s got Gary Busey in it though, so it has to be good . . . [more]


Friday

Independence DayCort and Fatboy’s Midnight Movie – Independence Day

Maybe the most obvious Midnight Movie pick we’ve ever made, and yet, sometimes the obvious choice is the right one. And hey, if anyone wants to let Leverage Producer Dean Devlin know that we’re showing this thing on Friday, July 2nd, please do. [more]

Saturday

The Portland Timbers host the Vancouver Whitecaps. Match is at 7pm at PGE Park!

Friday-Saturday

30 Hour Day 230 Hour Day 2

30 Hour Day returns . . .

Pioneer Courthouse Square is the venue this time. Watch it live on your web browser, starting at 4pm on Friday, July 2nd 2010.

Many sponsors and contributors have already stepped up, but they still need more. Take a gander at the benefits of sponsorship! [more]

Fireworks!Sunday

4th of July Fireworks in Portland

There will be several fireworks shows in the Portland area this Sunday, July 4th 2010. All of the shows listed below can be viewed from the sponsoring event venues, or the surrounding area – I suggest finding a tall building or hill (we watched fireworks all over town from our apartment building roof last year). [more]

Have a fantastic Fourth of July!!!!!