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Portland Weekend Amusements (August 24-26, 2012)

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Movies in ParksPortland Movies in the Park

Portland Parks and Recreation has released the 2012 summer schedule of Movies in the Park. From June 29 through September 18 sprawl out at one of Portland’s fine municipal parks several times a week for an evening of free entertainment.

Friday 8/24: Hugo @ Laurelhurst Park
Saturday 8/25: Gamera vs Zigra @ Sewallcrest Park
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Festa ItalianaFiesta Italiana

The 21st Festa Italiana turns Pioneer Courthouse Square into a piazza Thursday through Saturday, August 23 through 25, 2012.

One of my favorite Portland festivals, and not just because of the strolling accordionists, I recommend you arrive early to secure a table in the beer and wine garden! [more]

Saturday

Powell's BooksPowell’s Block Party

Powell’s Books, Portland’s pride and joy and the largest independent bookstore in the world, opened 41 years ago this year on West Burnside.

Through the end of the year Powell’s is celebrating with special author events, sweepstakes, and this Saturday, August 25, 2012 – a Block Party to kick things off! [more]

Viva La Riverlution!UnRock the Bowl

Let’s make a beach in downtown Portland! UnRock the Bowl will take place Saturday, August 25 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park – in the grass bowl just south of Hawthorne Bridge.

Rip-wrap rocks installed in the 1980’s have migrated to the water’s edge. We will simply pick these rocks up and put them back on the bank. [more]

Portland TimbersCascadia Cup Match: Portland Timbers vs. Vancouver Whitecaps

Cascadian rivals Vancouver Whitecaps (10-9-7) and the Portland Timbers (5-13-6) meet again at Jeld-Wen Field on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

The only bright spot this season is that the Timbers sit atop the Cascadia Cup standings – tied with Seattle . . . a good result against Vancouver Saturday will put them back in the driver’s seat . . .

Sunday

Sunday ParkwaysSoutheast Portland Sunday Parkways

The fourth of five 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, August 26, 2012 in Southeast Portland.

From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. wind your way on bike or foot through mostly residential streets free of car traffic, from one park to the next. This year’s route is 9 miles long. [more]

Hawthorne Street Fair 2012Hawthorne Street Fair

The 2012 Hawthorne Street Fair takes place Sunday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. – on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard.

For the fourth year running the fair coincides with the Southeast Portland Sunday Parkways . . . Most of the street fair activities take place between 12th and 51st . . . Clusters of arts, crafts, and food vendors pepper the side streets, sidewalks, and adjacent parking lots. [more]

42nd Ave Street Fair 201242nd Avenue Street Fair

The third annual 42nd Avenue Street Fair takes place Sunday, August 26, 2012 at Northeast 42nd and Alberta Court.
Join the fun from noon until 5 p.m.

The fair features live music, kids’ activities, vendors, a beer garden, and more! [more]

Zach's ShackZack’s Shack Hot Dog Eating Contest

The 9th annual Zach’s Shack Hot Dog Eating Contest takes place Sunday, August 26, 2012 at the shack (46th and SE Hawthorne).

The entrance fee is a mere $5, and includes all the hot dogs and buns you can eat in 10 minutes – but remember, regurgitation is grounds for disqualification. No puking! Spectators get in free. Shit goes down at 4 p.m. [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.

Southeast Portland Sunday Parkways (26-August-2012)

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Sunday ParkwaysThe fourth of five 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, August 26, 2012 in Southeast Portland.

From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. wind your way on bike or foot through mostly residential streets free of car traffic, from one park to the next. This year’s route is 9 miles long.

Spend a warm summer day walking and rolling around the Southeast Sunday Parkways…and for a challenge climb your way up Mt. Tabor! That’s right we have added Mt. Tabor back to the route. Activities, food, vendors, music, and fun will be in Laurelhurst, Colonel Summers, and Mt. Tabor Parks.

Southeast Sunday Parkways 2012

Download the PDF map and find out more at PortlandSundayParkways.org.

Portland Weekend Amusements (August 10-12, 2012)

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Used to a more robust Weekend Amusements blog post from me? Cut me some slack – TWINS!

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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.

Portland Weekend Amusements & Events (July 29-July 1, 2012)

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Beer, bikes, music, movies, a Slavic Festival, and more on this Canada Day weekend!

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NAOBFNorth American Organic Brewers Festival

The 2012 North American Organic Brewer Festival takes place Friday through Sunday, June 29, 30 and July 1 at North Portland’s beautiful Overlook Park.

One of my two favorite Portland beer festivals, celebrates its 8th year with over 60 organic beers and ciders, live music, organic foods, vendors, and even activities for the kids. The beer selection looks fantastic! [more]

Friday-Saturday

Pedalpalooza 2012Pedalpalooza 2012

“Pedalpalooza is 3+ weeks of bikey fun. With 272 different events, most organized by individuals, bikers of all persuasions are likely to find many events of interest. Nearly all events are free.”

Runs June 7-30. [more]

Movies in ParksPortland Movies in the Park

Portland Parks and Recreation has released the 2012 summer schedule of Movies in the Park. From June 29 through September 18 sprawl out at one of Portland’s fine municipal parks several times a week for an evening of free entertainment.

Friday 6/29: The Adventures of Tintin @ Knott Park

Saturday 6/30: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial @ King School Park [more]

Saturday

Slavic FestivalPortland Slavic Festival

The 2012 Portland Slavic Festival takes place Saturday, June 30 at Oaks Amusement Park from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The largest Slavic festival in the Northwest features art shows, dance groups, singers, choirs of children and adults, sports, and lots more. Vendors will be offering Russian, Ukrainian, Serbian, and Armenian food. [more]

St Johns NoFest 2012St Johns NoFest

The st johns nofest is a free music and arts festival with over 90 performances this year. the event begins at noon in the historic town square, and continues across multiple venues late into the night. every conceivable and perceivable music genre is represented, as well as installations, micro film fests, and a spoken word/comedy showcase. growing into its 5th year, the SJNF is evolving and expanding. [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, PDX Pipeline, and Oregon Events at OregonLive.com.

Portland Weekend Amusements and Events (June 22-24, 2012)

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Summer is finally here – which in Portland means festivals, bikes, Timbers, and more (pretty much exactly like Spring and Fall).

Ongoing

Pedalpalooza 2012Pedalpalooza 2012

“Pedalpalooza is 3+ weeks of bikey fun. With 272 different events, most organized by individuals, bikers of all persuasions are likely to find many events of interest. Nearly all events are free.”

Runs June 7-30. [more]

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Good in the HoodGood in the Hood

The 20th annual multicultural music, food festival, and parade, Good in the Hood, takes place this weekend, June 22 through 24, 2012, at Lillis-Albina Park (N. Flint and Russell Streets).

It’s Good Neighbor Night from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, featuring live music by Andy Stokes Band and Nekked Bonz. The Good in the Hood parade and the Good Neighbor run/walk take place Saturday at 11 a.m. [more]

Friday

Portland Art MuseumPortland Art Museum Free Day

Admission to the Portland Art Museum (1219 SW Park) is free on Friday, June 22, 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 July 28, 2012 on your calendar! [more]

Laughter is the Best MedicineLaughter is the Best Medicine: A Night of Comedy

The third annual Laughter is the Best Medicine, presented by the Vital Life Foundation, takes place Friday, June 22, 2012 at the Alberta Rose Theater (3000 NE Alberta).

Hosted by Dave “Gruber” Allen (best knowns as the guidance counselor on Freaks and Geeks), this comedy fundraiser benefits the Oregon Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. [more]

Saturday

Cider Summit PortlandCider Summit Portland

The second annual Cider Summit Portland takes place Saturday, June 23, 2012 at Elizabeth Caruthers Park (3508 SW Moody) from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.

The lineup features multiple ciders from two dozen cideries, including Oregon’s 2 Towns Ciderhouse, Wandering Aengus, Blue Mountain Cider Company, Bushwhacker, Carlton Cyderworks, and EZ Orchards, and lots more. [more]

Sunday

Sunday ParkwaysNorth Portland Sunday Parkways

The second of five 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, June 24, 2012 in North Portland.

From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on wind your way on bike or foot through mostly residential streets free of car traffic, from one park to the next. This year’s route is 9.5 miles long. [more]

Portland TimbersPortland Timbers vs. Seattle Flounders

The Portland Timbers (3-6-4) play host to their Cascadian rivals, Seattle Sounders (7-4-4), at Jeld-Wen Field today at 2 p.m.

Hard to believe, but the Timbers are undefeated in league play at Jeld-Wen field since April 7 – with two wins and two draws. [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, PDX Pipeline, and Oregon Events at OregonLive.com.