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North Portland Sunday Parkways (24-June-2012)

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Sunday ParkwaysThe 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.

Our oldest route, North Sunday Parkways, has grown in mileage and participants. In order to get all of you around the route we are completely closing Willamette Blvd. from Fiske to Rosa Parks Way. Enjoy activities, food, vendors, music, and fun at Peninsula, Arbor Lodge, Kenton, and McCoy Parks; plus Columbia Annex and Willamette Bluff.

North Portland Sunday Parkways 2012

Download the PDF map at PortlandSundayParkways.org.

Portland Weekend Amusements (May 11-13, 2012)

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I dare say this weekend marks the beginning of summer 2012 in Portland, what with the multitude of activities and festivities – and the nearly 90 degree weather!

All Weekend

H. P. LovecraftH. P. Lovecraft Film Festival and Cthulhu Con 2012

The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and Cthulhu Con returns to Northeast Portland’s Hollywood Theatre (4122 NE Sandy) from Friday, May 11 through Sunday, May 13, 2012.

“The H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival promotes the works of H.P. Lovecraft, literary horror, and weird tales through the cinematic adaptations by professional and amateur filmmakers.” [more]

Friday

The Seventh DayKick Ass Oregon History Presents: The Seventh Day

Kick Ass Oregon History presents the film The Seventh Day at 5th Avenue Cinema (510 SW Hall) on Friday, May 11, 2012.

“Labeled by some in our current era as “The FIRST Occupy Portland,” The Seventh Day was made by Portland State University students, with the help and guidance of the university’s Center for the Moving Image, during the student strikes that erupted on college campuses across the nation in May of 1970.” [more]

Saturday

St Johns Bizarre 2012St Johns Bizarre and Parade 2012

The 6th annual St Johns Bizarre kicks off Portland’s summer street fair season this Saturday, May 12, 2012.
From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. downtown St. Johns is transformed into a bizarre bazaar.

The St Johns Parade, in its 50th year, begins at noon. Following the parade the six block St Johns business district is closed to traffic and occupied by over 75 juried craft vendors, several stages, and lots of great food and activities. [more]

Super Colossal Spring Sale 2012Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Spring Sale

The 2012 Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Spring Sale takes place Saturday May 12 at the Convention Center (777 NE MLK Jr – exhibit hall D) from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Hundreds of vendors set up booths and tables, and sell everything from reversible hats to quirky t-shirts, hand made jewelry to stationery, and plenty of bad art . . . I kid, I kid! [more]

Hands and VoicesEvening with Hands & Voices

Please join us for an intimate, four-course meal, overlooking the Willamette River.

Thirst Bistro is a critically acclaimed restaurant that features Northwest cuisine. Our evening will take place in Thirst’s elegant, private event room. The menu has been specifically created to pair with the wine being served with each course. Wine has been generously donated by Vin Motion Wines for the evening. [more]

Sunday

Sunday ParkwaysNortheast Portland Sunday Parkways

The first of five 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, May 13, 2012 in Northeast Portland.

From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Mother’s Day wind your way on bike or foot through mostly residential streets free of car traffic, from one park to the next. [more]

The Crafty UnderdogThe Crafty Underdog

The Crafty Underdog, a different kind of craft show, takes place every second Sunday at the Mission Theater (1624 NW Glisan).

“Portland has become a fundamental stomping ground for Artisans from all trades. From Painters to Photographers, Potters to Jewelers, and Crafters alike; Portland has positioned itself as the Northwest’s own Creative Mecca.” [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.

Northeast Portland Sunday Parkways (13-May-2012)

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Sunday ParkwaysThe first of five 2012 Sunday Parkways takes place this Sunday, May 13, 2012 in Northeast Portland.

From 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Mother’s Day wind your way on bike or foot through mostly residential streets free of car traffic, from one park to the next.

Just like last year, this year’s 8 mile loop connects Northeast Portland’s Woodlawn, Fernhill, and Alberta Parks and Rigler School. Enjoy food, music and activities at all the stops along the route.

NE Sunday Parkways map - May 13, 2012

Download the PDF map, or the PDF brochure for more details, at PortlandSundayParkways.org.

Filmed By Bike (April 13-18, 2012)

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Filmed By BikeThe 10th annual Filmed by Bike film festival takes place Friday through Sunday, April 13-18, 2012 at the Clinton Street Theater (2522 SE Clinton).

Filmed by Bike is a film festival featuring bike-themed movies from all around the world and this year we’re celebrating our 10th Anniversary. We receive over 100 submissions and a jury selects the winning movies. We curate those selections into six different programs that run across 13 showtimes and five days. This year we are showing 75 movies!

The festival kicks off Friday night with a street party on Clinton Street in front of the theater from 5:30pm to 11:30pm. The street party includes a beer garden and entertainment – including break dancers!

The show program is available on the website. Buy tickets online or at the door. Consider a festival pass!

Weekend Amusements (March 23-25, 2012)

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Ongoing

NoirvilleNoirville: A Classic Noir Film Festival

A Touch of Evil, The Big Sleep, and The Maltese Falcon are three of my favorite movies* of all time (seriously, they’re in my top 20, with A Touch of Evil in the top 5), so I was rather excited when I read about Noirville: A Classic Noir Film Festival at Mad About Movies, Shawn Levy‘s OregonLive movie blog. [more]

All Weekend

Better Living ShowBetter Living Show

Compare, Shop, Try and Buy! Earth friendly products for you, your Northwest home & garden and your budget. From cutting edge solar technologies and eco-chic fashion to better energy efficiency and sustainable outdoor living, if it’s green and it’s beautiful – it’s here at the Better Living Home Garden & Lifestyle Show! And best yet, admission is free. [more]

Friday

Enchanted Forest MapEnchanted Forest Opening Day 2012

The 2012 Enchanted Forest season officially begins on Friday, March 23. . .

The park opens at 10am, and rides and the Haunted House open at 10:30. Closing time varies, and for part of the season the park is only open on weekends, so before you jump in the car make sure to check the park schedule on the website. [more]

Portland Art MuseumPortland Art Museum Free Day

The Portland Art Museum (1219 SW Park) is offering free admission on Friday, March 23, 2012 from 5pm until 8pm.

And there will be food carts!

The museum offers free admission ever fourth Friday (5pm-8pm) of the month, so if you can’t make it this week, mark April 27, 2012 on your calendar! [more]

Saturday-Sunday

PDX Bicycle Show

Bicycles are taking over the Portland Expo Center for the PDX Bicycle Show. There will be LOTS of fun entertainment and activities for every level of bicyclist in your family. Plus check out Portland’s largest display of bicycles, gear and apparel under one roof. [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.