3.9.2012
<p>The Jayanathi Raman Dance Company, featuring Artistic Director/Choreographer, Jayanathi Raman and Ramya Raman, her daughter, will present <em>Sampradaya: Traditions from Temple to Theater</em> at the Walters Cultural Arts Center. This performance is designed for global audiences and demonstrates the power to dance to bridge cultures. Choreographed in classical Bharata Natyam style and set to the accompaniment of the music and rhythms of ancient India, the production features elaborate costuming and award-winning choreography. Dr. Raman and company are sure to present an unforgettable night of visual splendor and insight into the history of classical Indian dance.</p>
<p>Tickets are $ 20 in advance and $ 25 day of show and are available at <a href=”http://www.brownpapertickets.com/”>www.brownpapertickets.com</a> or by calling 503-615-3485. Longbottom Coffee & Tea Company will be on hand selling tasty sandwiches, candies, desserts, wine and soft drinks.</p>
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3.9.2012
- 3.11.2012
<p>The Beaverton Symphony Orchestra presents its Spring Concert on Friday, March 9th and Sunday, March 11th. The performance includes: Debussy Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Elgar Cello Concerto in E minor, Op. 85, featuring soloist Ken Finch and Schumann Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120. There will also be a prelude conversation with Music Director Travis Hatton 30 minutes prior to each concert that will highlight the music that the Beaverton Symphony will be performing.</p>
<p>For more information on this event, visit: <a href=”http://beavertonsymphony.org/concerts/spring-concert/”>http://beavertonsymphony.org/concerts/spring-concert/</a>.</p>
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66th Annual All Northwest Barbershop Quartet Contest
Author: admin / Category: Portland Appraisals3.30.2012
- 3.31.2012
<p>This much-acclaimed annual barbershop ballad contest comes back to Forest Grove, <em>Ballad Town U.S.A.</em>, for its 66th year of competition. Talented barbershop quartets participate in two days of harmony and fun. The elimination round begins at 7pm on Friday, followed by two finalist rounds at 2pm and 7pm on Saturday. Take a trip back to earlier times and enjoy ringing chords and four part harmony from the best talent available!</p>
<p>Tickets are $ 16-$ 22 and may be purchased from the Forest Grove Chamber of Commerce – 503-357-3006 – or <a href=”mailto:info@visitforestgrove.com”>info@visitforestgrove.com</a>.</p>
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6.15.2012
- 6.16.2012
<p>Imagine yourself and 11 friends running this 170-mile relay race between Portland and Eugene. The route takes you through the picturesque Willamette River Valley past acres of vineyards, tulip fields and apple orchards. Entering Track Town USA your thoughts will turn to the running legend Steve Prefontaine as you finish on “Pre’s Trail,” a route along the Willamette River that he ran often as he helped define the sport of running in the United States. Sound epic? Trust us, it is.</p>
<p>The relay starts at Big Al’s Fun Center in Beaverton (14950 SW Barrows Rd.) and finishes at Alton Baker Park in Eugene (501 Day Island Rd.) Cost to register ranges from $ 96 per runner to $ 112 per runner and is determined by when a team registers. Check out additional details at: <a href=”http://www.epicrelays.com/running-relay-eugene-portland.html”>http://www.epicrelays.com/running-relay-eugene-portland.html</a>.</p>
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6.9.2012
<p>This is the 12th running of this award winning event where you “Leave the City Behind”. Come enjoy the scenic views and hills of the countryside in rural Washington County. This event begins and ends at the Gordon Faber Hillsboro Stadium. Be ready for your friends and family to cheer for you as you cross the finish line in the middle of the stadium floor. There is nothing like it! This course is not a flat course and we are proud of that. Since when does life NOT have ups and downs? To help you celebrate this challenge the Helvetia Tavern will be at the stadium to deliver their delicious Famous Helvetia Burgers (or garden burgers) to all finishers. Widmer Brothers will also be at the race serving their world famous beers at the beer garden. Enjoy all of this and live music at the 12th Annual Helvetia Half Marathon & Widmer Brothers 10K.</p>
<p>For more information on this event, visit: <a href=”javascript:openWindow(’http://www.runwithpaula.com/helvetia-half/event-home-page’);”>http://www.runwithpaula.com/helvetia-half/event-home-page</a>.</p>
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5.26.2012
- 5.28.2012
<p>This year marks the 22nd annual “Memorial Day Weekend in Wine Country,” when wineries throughout the Willamette Valley open their doors for a weekend of fun, food, entertainment … and wine, of course. With more than 25 wineries welcoming visitors for tastings, entertainment and specials, Washington County will be one of the hottest spots in the valley to sip new and library releases of pinot noir and other varietals. Plus, during Memorial Day weekend, you have the opportunity to visit numerous wineries that are not regularly open to the public. </p>
<p>For a complete list of participating wineries throughout the region, visit: North Willamette Vintners Association – <a href=”http://northwillamettevintners.org”>http://northwillamettevintners.org</a> / Chehalem Mountain Winegrowers Association – <a href=”http://www.chehalemmountains.org/main”>http://www.chehalemmountains.org/main</a> / Willamette Valley Wineries Association – <a href=”http://willamettewines.com/events/memorial-weekend/”>http://willamettewines.com/events/memorial-weekend/</a>.</p>
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5.12.2012
<p>The Hippie Chick Half & Quarter Marathon is a run through beautiful Washington County. The course will run on flat, tree-lined streets beginning and ending at Hillsboro Stadium. There will also be a Hippie Kids Fun Run (one mile). Awesome Brooks “Hippie Chick” technical running shirt included and a delicious pancake breakfast at the race. </p>
<p>For more information on this event, visit: <a href=”http://www.runwithpaula.com/hippie-chick-half/registration”>http://www.runwithpaula.com/hippie-chick-half/registration</a>.</p>
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5.5.2012
<p>What a fabulous way to end your work week and welcome summer! Lovers of oysters & saké are invited to enjoy freshly shucked Pacific NW oysters, expertly paired with local craft sake. Does life get any better than this?</p>
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<div>$ 15.00/person includes half a dozen oysters & six sake tastings, then finish the flight with our own Bloody Mary Saketini. With a tasting this delicious, you might well end up having two.</div>
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<div>Tours will be available at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. For more information on this event, visit: <a href=”javascript:openWindow(’http://www.sakeone.com/events/at-the-kura/39-Oyster-Fest-at-SakeOne-5-05-12′);”>http://www.sakeone.com/events/at-the-kura/39-Oyster-Fest-at-SakeOne-5-05-12</a>.</div>
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Pendulum Aerial Arts Presents “Up, Up and Away!”
Author: admin / Category: Portland Appraisals4.20.2012
- 4.22.2012
<p align=”left”>Pendulum Aerial Arts invites the community to its annual spring performance in their residence at the French American International School. After a busy year of touring with the company’s show High Art, “Up, Up, and Away” is Portland’s only opportunity to see the company in this intimate setting, complete with artists’ meet-and-greet after each show.</p>
<p>The show will feature acts on aerial hoop, triangle, straps, and ground based acrobatic acts. Many of the pieces are fast becoming signature pieces for the company’s artists and many more will be audience favorites re-worked to reflect the artistic journey that each Pendulum artist goes through every year they’re with the company. The women in the company will debut a group piece that is inspired by the Cell Block Tango from the musical Chicago. But of course, these ladies will be flying through the air!</p>
<p>For more information on this event, visit: <a href=”http://www.pendulumaerialarts.org/perf.htm”>http://www.pendulumaerialarts.org/perf.htm</a>.</p>
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4.14.2012
<p>Pacific University’s Hawaiian Club, Na Haumana O Hawai’i, presents its 52nd annual Lu’au at the Forest Grove campus on Saturday, April 14. This event includes traditional Polynesian dance, music and entertainment, preceded by an authentic Lu’au meal featuring traditional island staples of kalua pig, chicken long rice, teriyaki chicken, poi, haupia, coconut cake and punch.</p>
<p>A Hawaiian General Store in the Stoller Center will feature specialties flown in from the islands. Fresh pineapples, cookies, chocolate-covered macadamia nuts, leis, jams and jellies, and other treats will be available Saturday from 10am to 4pm and at 5:30pm before the show.</p>
<p>Ticket prices range from $ 15 to $ 30, depending on seating and whether you do the show only or include the meal. This event is very popular and sells out annually. Tickets go on sale March 1, 2012 at <a href=”http://www.boxofficetickets.com/”>www.boxofficetickets.com</a>.</p>
<p>For more information on the 52nd Annual Lu’au at Pacific University, visit: <a href=”javascript:openWindow(’http://www.pacificu.edu/studentlife/luau/index.cfm’);”>http://www.pacificu.edu/studentlife/luau/index.cfm</a>.</p>
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