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Portland Humanist Film Festival (October 26-28, 2012)

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Portland Humanist Film FestivalThe third annual Portland Humanist Film Festival (PHFF), 35mm closer to reality, takes place Friday, October 26 through Sunday, October 28, 2012 at Cinema 21 (616 NW 21st).

Sponsored by the Center For Inquiry, the PHFF was established to be a provocative and enlightening cultural experience indicative of the rapidly growing Humanist movement in the Pacific Northwest.

Its mission is to provide, through the medium of film, an expansive window into many of the aspects of existence, morality, history, science and philosophy that reflect the Humanist perspective. By presenting a fusion of film genres that affirm the Humanist philosophy, the Portland Humanist Film Festival offers a meaningful dialogue for those who are curious about Humanism and its societal impact.

Films featured this year include Flatland, Kumaré (this is the Oregon premiere), Chocolat, Homeopathy: Cure or Con, and more – check out the full schedule on the website.

Tickets for individual films or single and mult-day passes are available online.

Portland Area Weekend Amusements (October 12-14, 2012)

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Fall kicks in with a gusto this weekend – rain and wind; the Portland Nursery Apple Tasting Event, Friends of the Library Fall Sale, and lots more!

Ongoing

Portland Nursery Apple Tasting Event (October 12-14 and 19-21)

Portland Nursery‘s 25th Annual Apple Tasting Event takes place over the next two weekends (Friday-Sunday, October 12-14, and 19-21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day) at the SE 50th and Stark location.

This is my favorite fall event (after the Polish Festival and Oktoberfests). Apple tasting, old fashioned cider pressing, apple desserts, cooking demonstrations, and live music – what’s not to like? Heather also freakin’ loves apples! [more]

Willamette Pedestrian CoalitionWalktober PDX 2012

Walktober PDX 2012 runs from Saturday, October 6 through Halloween (the greatest walking holiday of the year).

Inspired by Pedalpalooza, three weeks of bikey fun in Portland held every June, the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition conceived Walktober to promote walking as a fun, healthy, ubiquitous activity in the Portland metro region. [more]

Pittock Mansion in the aftermath of the Columbus Day StormPittock Mansion and OHS Commemorate 1962 Columbus Day Storm

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1962 Columbus Day Storm this year, in partnership with Oregon Historical Society, whose exhibit, The Mightiest Wind, examines the 1962 Columbus Day Storm’s effects throughout Oregon, Pittock Mansion’s members will receive free reciprocal admission to OHS between October 12 and 31. [more]

All Weekend

Friends of the LibraryFriends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale 2012

The 2012 Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale takes place Friday through Monday, October 12 through October 15, at the DoubleTree Hotel (1000 NE Multnomah St.).

The 39th annual sale opens Friday for members only from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Non-members can join Friends of the Library at the door or online. Basic memberships are only $10, family memberships $15. [more]

WordstockWordstock 2012

Wordstock, Portland’s book and literary festival, runs from October 11 through 14, 2012 at venues around town. The fest sets up shop at the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE MLK JR Blvd) on Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14 for the big Wordstock Book Fair.

“Wordstock is a literary art and education organization that celebrates and supports writing in the classroom and in the community. Our mission is to use the power of writing to effect positive change in people’s lives.” [more]

Zompire VS The H.P. Lovecraft Film FestivalZompire VS The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival

Zompire vs. the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival takes place this weekend, Friday, October 12 through Sunday, October 14, 2012. Things kick off Friday night with a pre-party at the Lovecraft Bar (421 SE Grand).

The Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton) then hosts two nights of fright flicks to get your Halloween season off to a great start. Saturday enjoy an evening of undead shorts and classic features, followed on Sunday by a special preview of next spring’s H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival. [more]

And for even more weekend events and activities, check out the Dave Knows Calendar, and visit Around the Sun, Blogging Portland on the Cheap, and Oregon Events at OregonLive.com.

Zompire VS The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival (October 12-14, 2012)

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Zompire VS The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival Zompire vs. the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival takes place this weekend, Friday, October 12 through Sunday, October 14, 2012.

Things kick off Friday night with a pre-party at the Lovecraft Bar (421 SE Grand).

Come out, meet us and a whole horde of zomb… er, “like-minded” people over drinks, horror-themed music, and a reel of classic short film faves and trailers.

The Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton) then hosts two nights of fright flicks to get your Halloween season off to a great start. Saturday enjoy an evening of undead shorts and classic features, followed on Sunday by a special preview of next spring’s H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival.

Visit the festival website for the complete film schedule and ticketing details.

Portland Streetcar Mobile Music Fest (5-October-2012)

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Streetcar Mobile Music FestThe 2nd annual Portland Streetcar Mobile Music Fest takes place Friday, October 5, 2012.

New Rail~Volutionaries PDX, a group of Portland transit enthusiasts who spearheaded the 2011 Streetcar Mobile Musicfest, is once again partnering with PDX Pop Now!, Portland Streetcar Inc. and Women’s Transportation Seminar to welcome the Portland Streetcar to the Central Eastside!

This First Friday fest is free to the public. Local bands will be performing live onboard on every streetcar between OMSI and the Leftbank Project from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Visit the festival website for more information, including a list of performers, supporting events, a printable program, and details on the after party!

Portland Area Weekend Amusements (September 28-30, 2012)

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Still plenty of festivals and fun to take in before fall completely takes over (i.e. the rain returns with a gusto).

Ongoing

Swift WatchChapman Vaux’s Swift Watch 2012 – final weekend!

Every September thousands of Vaux’s Swifts come to Portland. After spending their day eating bugs, the Swifts coalesce in Northwest Portland, flying in a giant undulating swirl in the sky above the school. Around sunset the swirl gets more compact, like a ground pepper tornado, and begins disappearing, measure by measure, down the chimney. On the lawn below hundreds of Portlanders stare mesmerized at the sky, from the comfort of lawn chairs and blankets. Boos erupt when opportunistic Peregrine falcons get lucky. [more]

All Weekend

Juggling FestivalPortland Juggling Festival and Vaudeville Extravaganza 2012

The 20th annual Portland Juggling Festival takes place Friday, September 28 through Sunday, September 30 on the Reed College Campus (3202 SE Woodstock).

Attendees can choose from numerous Juggling and Vaudeville Extravaganza features a family-friendly assortment of local and national juggling and variety acts in one live performance, and highlights the festival on Saturday night. [more]

Friday

Portland Art MuseumPortland Art Museum Free Day (5-8pm)

Admission to the Portland Art Museum (1219 SW Park) is free on Friday, September 28, 2012 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.

The museum offers free admission ever fourth Friday (5 p.m.- 8 p.m.) of the month, so if you can’t make it this week, mark October 26, 2012 on your calendar! [more]

Saturday-Sunday

Retro Gaming ExpoRetro Gaming Expo

The 2012 Portland Retro Gaming Expo takes place Saturday and Sunday, September 29 and 30 at the Oregon Convention Center (777 NE MLK Jr.).

“Retro Gaming Expo, Inc. is a Portland, Oregon-based 501(c)4 non-profit cooperative organization dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for classic video and arcade games through the presentation of events and conventions that celebrate the historic contribution video games have made and continue to make in popular culture.” [more]

Saturday

Fun on Foster 2012Fun on Foster

The 2012 Fun on Foster festival and art walk takes place Saturday, September 29 on Southeast Foster Road from 49th to 93rd.

The multi-block party features all the usual suspects: vendors, artists, live music, food and drink; and also DJs, face painting, Tango, bicycle fun, a cruise-in, and more. [more]

Portland TimbersPortland Timbers vs. D.C. United

Your Portland Timbers (7-15-8) defend Jeld-Wen Field Saturday from the visiting D.C. United (15-10-5). Kick off is at 7:30 p.m.

Portland’s form on the road is still awful, but at home this season they’ve mostly held their own. D.C. United are a likely playoff bound Eastern Conference team making the long trek across the country to possibly underestimate how tough Portland can occasionally play at home . . .

German GirlA Pair of Oktoberfests, and Fresh Hop Season!

2012 Occidental Oktoberfest – Noon until 10 p.m. at 6635 N Baltimore Ave.

North 45 Pub Oktoberfest – noon until close at 517 NW 21st (at Glisan).

Hood River Hops Festival – Between 5th & 7th Streets and Cascade and Columbia Streets in downtown Hood River.

And check out the impressive 2012 Fresh Hop Beer Guide at The New School

Sunday

Sunday ParkwaysEast Portland Sunday Parkways

The final 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, September 30 in East Portland.

The 7 mile traffic-free route connects part of the Springwater Corridor with Glenwood, Lents, Bloomington, and Ed Benedict parks. Bike, skateboard, jog, or walk from park to park. [more]

And for even more weekend events and activities, check out the Dave Knows Calendar, and visit Around the Sun, Blogging Portland on the Cheap, and Oregon Events at OregonLive.com.