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Tuesday Timbers Tidbits (15/11/2010)

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TimbersPortland Timbers News is hard to come by this week, so bear with me.

Gameday Merchandising will be the retail vendor operator at the stadium soon to be formerly known as PGE Park.

Joe O’Neil writes at the Bleacher Report on why he doesn’t watch MLS. His reason is Brian Dunseth, who I guess is a Fox Soccer Channel commentator? I wouldn’t know because I too don’t watch MLS – what soccer fan has time with all the higher quality leagues around the world? But both Joe O’Neil and I are Portland Timbers season-ticket holders, so we will watch MLS soccer next year. Fortunately at the live event, and at sports bars, you can’t hear the commentators.

107ist107st members [you are one aren’t you?!] received a notice Monday to renew their memberships before Midnight, December 31st 2010. If you’re not yet a member, join now! 107ist is a member-based organization open to anyone who loves soccer, the Timbers, Portland, and, especially, the combination of the three. Members receive special Timbers Army/107st merchandise, pre-sale access to transportation to road games, special members-only events, and lots more. Plus your dues help support the 107ist charitable contributions.

The 2011 107ist board elections are almost here too – if you think you have what it takes to run for office, visit the election page to find out how.

And finally, recently retired (unfortunately due to post-concussion syndrome) MLS player Taylor Twellman has some kind words about the Pacific Northwest:

I really wanted that chance to play in the Pacific Northwest (against the expansion Portland Timbers and Vancouver Whitecaps) and see the rivalries being formed there. It is the beginning of something truly, truly special.

Cartopia Book Release Party (18-November-2010)

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CARTopia Release Party!Celebrate the release of the new book CARTopia: Portland’s Food Cart Revolution with fellow cartivores on Thursday, November 18 2010 at the Art Department (1315 SE 9th).

Written by Portlanders Kelly Roy and Kelly Rodgers, with help from Food Cart Portland‘s dieselboi (aka Brett Burmeister), Paul Gerald from Breakfast in Bridgetown, Carol Mayer Reed and Michael Reed of Mayer/Reed, and photographer Andrew Burdick, the book explores the history of the Portland foodcart phenomenon, the stories of the people who run and patronize the carts, and of course the food!

Mr. Stepvan, the 1972 chevy step van bookmobile, from which the authors will be selling the book during the holidays, will be at the event. Food Cart Bike Tour participants will be making their final stop at the celebration, and will reach receive a $5 discount on purchase of the book. In addition, works by the book’s photographer, Andrew Burdick, will be on display. Prints and postcards with images from the book, and of course the book itself, will be available for purchase.

The release party is free and open to the public, and goes from 6pm until 10pm. The party features food, drink, music and tarot card (?!) readings.

Things to do in Portland on Thanksgiving Day (2010)

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Update: Things to do in Portland on Thanksgiving Day (2012)

Happy Turkey Day Portland!

Audio

Again this year (it’s a veritable tradition now) Cascadia.FM‘s Robert Wagner and Sabrina Miller help you get your Thanksgiving Day started the right way with a special holiday broadcast. Unibash Radio‘s Jay Mackin joins the fun too:
Unisuck

Yeah, we know what Thanksgiving Day is all about. That’s why Cascadia.fm is cooking up a special 2 hour morning meal of pure gravy to help you cope with the rest of the day. That’s right, we’re taking two parts Suck It™ and mixing it with one part Unibash Radio – and serving it up live at 9AM Pacific.

They’re calling it Unisuck, and broadcast begins at 9am. Also check out their Thanksgiving Day Live Blog Event Type Thing.

Coffee

For coffee stop by the Cloud Seven Cafe (901 NW 10th) – they’re open 8am until noon on Thanksgiving Day.

Groceries

Many grocery and convenience stores, though not likely to be open all day, will be open for limited Holiday hours. Usually from late morning until early afternoon!

Shopping

Powell's BooksAvoid the holiday crowds that will ensue on Black Friday by visiting Powell’s Books (1005 W Burnside location) on Black Friday Eve (aka Thanksgiving Day). The store will be open from 10am to 6pm.

Booze!

rialto200The Rialto (529 SW 4th) stays open 365 days a year. While drinking beer play some pinball and pool, watch football on the ginormous TVs, or place some off-track bets.

Many downtown hotel restaurants and bars will be open on Turkey Day.

McMenaminsThanks to the bar flies at PortlandBarFly.com, here’s the definitive list of Bars Open in Portland 365 Days a Year

Quite a few, but not all, McMenamins will be open on Thanksgiving day. Check the calendar for holiday buffets and movie showings.

Other neighborhood pubs and taverns that cater to real drinkers have a better than average chance of being open too. Take a walk through your neighborhood business district; you might be pleasantly surprised.

ProstOne neighborhood place we know will be open is Prost (4237 N Mississippi). Doors will open at 6pm for the 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Dinner, featuring, in addition to bier, booze, and hot cocktails for sale, a complimentary dinner including turkey, stuffing, potatoes, cranberry sauce, plenty of desserts and more!.

And if you’re still looking for booze, you can find the definitive list of Bars Open in Portland 365 Days a Year at PortlandBarFly.com.

Jolly RogerThe Jolly Roger east (1340 SE 12th) is once again this year hosting their Free Turkey Dinner! From 11am until 6pm stop in for some grub, say howdy to the staff, and watch football. Visit the event facebook page for more information.

Betting, Bowling, and Movies

You can also place bets at the track: Portland Meadows is open on Thanksgiving Day, and is offering a special traditional breakfast from 8am until 10am for visitors who purchase the day’s race program.

Many bowling alleys and movie theaters are open too.

Food (non-bar)

It’s probably too late to make reservations at most restaurants serving up Thanksgiving Day feasts, but if you’re still looking, try your luck with the list at Portland Food and Drink: Thanksgiving Roundup 2010.

Zoo!

OregonZooThe Oregon Zoo is open on Thanksgiving day, with special Beast Feasts for the animals.

Leftovers, schmeftovers! Throughout the four-day Thanksgiving weekend, Oregon Zoo animals will gobble their way through their very own Beast Feast, a cornucopia of enrichment activities and treats aimed at stimulating their minds and stomachs.

Transit

TriMet buses and Max will run on Sunday schedules, and the streetcar will be on a special holiday schedule: To Waterfront, To Northwest Portland.