WEEKEND WARRIORS: July 10-12
We won't list them every weekend, but don't forget about our weekly favorites...ladybug walks, story & a stroll, and the Jr. Ranger program out at Tryon Creek. And even though it's a bit of a drive, we had to mention that the Oregon Country Fair is this weekend near Eugene.
Friday
Itty Bitty Beach Party: Splishy-splashy fun for the youngest set (6 months-6 years). Water parade, fishing pond, penny hunts, splash contests, and more. Adults are 4$, kids are $2.50 (under 2 are free). Dishman Pool (77 NE Knott) 2:00-1:30 pm
Time Out: The Mother of All Comedies: If you're looking for some time away from the kids, you might check out this hit comedy series starring stand-up mom Jacki Kane. Each month, a number of moms present humorous monologues about various aspects of being a parent and a mother. This month, "Dad's Revenge." $12 at the door or $10 in advance at Brown Paper Tickets. 7:00 pm.
Fernhill Park Neighborhood Concert: Tony Furtado (Contemporary Americana). Food Vendors will include Aladdin's Café, Hot Dog Ernie's, Mountain Ice, Nepo 42, Woodlawn Coffee and Pastry. Fernhill Park (37th, North of Ainsworth), 6:30 pm.
Saturday
New Seasons Ice Cream Tasting: I scream, you scream...especially when it's the tasty organic kind and free! Try soy, hemp, and coconut milk ice creams too. All stores, 11:00 am-5:00 pm.
Mississippi Street Fair: Fun!!! Music, kids activities (think bouncy castles and games), and food galore. Kids parade starts at noon. Lorna Miller's Little Kids' Jamboree is scheduled at Mississippi Pizza, 12:00 pm. Mississippi Ave between Freemont and Skidmore.See website for schedule of events. 10:00 am-9:00 pm.
Making Pirate Maps: Argh! Artist Sarah Ferguson shows you how to create a pirate map. North Portland Library (512 N. Killingsworth), 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
Set Sail!: A High Seas Adventure on the Creativity Cruise Line. Join Captain Curt for a high seas adventure in creativity this summer. The activities director has lined up tons of fun activities for this cruise – amazing tricks, hilarious puppets, and tons and tons of audience participation. Belmont Library (1038 SE 39th Avenue), 3:00-3:45 pm.
Family Music & Movie in the Park: Bring blankets and chairs and enjoy some free summer entertainment. Music from 6:00 pm-dusk. The movie is SpaceJam. Pier Park 6:00 pm.
Sunday
Itty Bitty Beach Party: See Friday, Sellwood Pool (7951 SE 7th), 11:30 am-1:00 pm.
Forest Music: Enjoy beautiful music surrounded by the lush greenery of Tryon Creek. This week hear the sounds of the Westside Singers (showtunes & 40's favorites), Tryon Creek State Park, 2:00 pm.
Just got an email from Thomas & Friends about a Thomas the Tank Engine Playdate this Saturday, July 11th. Storytime every half hour, Thomas trading cards, train tables, coloring sheets, and more. All Toys R Us stores, 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
Posted by: W.W. | July 10, 2009 at 08:41 AM
The Oregon lavender festival this weekend.
http://www.oregonlavenderfestival.com/festival.htm
Posted by: Mary | July 10, 2009 at 02:21 PM
Just a note that most of the Friday Story and Strolls at Tryon are either booked or filling up fast, might want to make your reservations.
Posted by: Courtney | July 10, 2009 at 06:33 PM