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Event date: Feb 3, 2012 → Feb 18, 2012

Event location: Project Grow at Port City, 2156 N Williams Avenue

In the 1950s Williams Avenue was a thriving home of jazz clubs that attracted the greatest musicians of the era including the likes of Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and so many others. The construction of Interstate 5 cut this musical, cultural artery forever, leaving only a handful of clubs scattered throughout Portland. From February 3-18, Project Grow at Port City more...

Event date: Feb 4, 2012

Event location: SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main St.

Find out why solar is a smart choice for Oregon at this free workshop. We’ll discuss solar electric and solar thermal technologies and the current financial incentives available to homeowners. For more information and to RSVP please visit Solar Oregon or email emily@solaroregon.org. Solar Oregon is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization leading the way to a clean energy future by demonstrating the successful use of solar energy more...

Event dates: February 5th, 2012, March 4th, 2012

Event location: June Key Delta Community Center

Just when you thought it was time to hang up your garden gloves…winter is a prime time to plan for spring! Join Bonnie Bruce of Celilo Gardens for 4 Garden Classes beginning in January 2012: “The Real Dirt on Dirt”, “Get Your Feet Wet—Rain Gardens”, “Perfect Bedfellows—Edibles and Perennials” and” Lawn, What a Yawn!” Registration details and class descriptions can be more...

Event date: Feb 5, 2012

Event location: Crystal Ballroom & Lola's, 1332 W Burnside

Bargain Hunting clearance event coming soon! Over 50 fabulous local artists, designers, and boutiques all in one place. Rock bottom discount prices + cocktails. Save the Date: Super Bowl Sunday, February 5, noon-5 p.m. Free and open to all. more...

Event date: Feb 6, 2012

Event location: Varies

Calling all business owners and folks into collaborating! Supportland is a network exclusively for locally owned businesses in the Portland Metro region. There are currently over 30,000 Supportland card holders. Businesses gain an average of 24 new customers a month through Supportland. Monday, Feb. 6, 9-10 a.m., Dava Bead & Trade, 2121 NE Broadway Monday, Feb. 13, 9-10 a.m., Screaming Sky Gallery, 1416 NE Alberta Monday, Feb more...

Event dates: February 11th, 2012, February 12th, 2012

Event location: Hip Chicks do Wine, 4510 SE 23rd Ave.

Who doesn't love Chocolate and Wine?! So, for a little Pre-Valentines celebration, our winemakers have teamed up with Cocoa Velvet Chocolatiers to pair five wines with five chocolates (additional wines also available for tasting). Saturday, February 11 and Sunday, February 12, noon-5:30 p.m. $15 at the door, or 2 for $20 advanced purchase. Call or stop by the winery to purchase seats in advance. more...

Event date: Feb 11, 2012

Event location: Leavitt Station, 7441 N Leavitt Ave.

Leavitt Station invites you to thegrand openingcelebration of ROZ and Studios 5, two locally owned businesses in North Portland's St. Johns neighborhood. ROZ, a women's boutique, specializes in women’s clothing and vintage and repurposed items. Come enjoy the stylish, quiet shop wherewomen are the focus and canshop without distractions.Store hours: Thursday to Saturday, 12-7 p.m.,Sunday, 12-4 p.m. 503.310.5301 Studios 5, more...

Event date: Feb 14, 2012

Event location: Portland's best indie businesses

On Valentine's Day, over 30,000 Portlanders will get a big hug from the local economy when their Supportland points will magically be worth double. From midnight to midnight on 2/14/12, cardholders will be flocking to supportland.com where they can get rewards that may have previously been beyond their grasp. Perhaps a Soak and Sauna Pass at Common Ground? Sewing Machine Service at Modern Domestic? Or maybe $50 towards a tattoo at more...

Event date: Feb 15, 2012

Event location: David Douglas High School - 1500 SE 130th Ave.

Come learn about homeownership opportunities in East Portland, and talk to local organizations interested in helping you purchase a home of your own! The forum is FREE, open to the public, and an equal housing opportunity. Attendees can enter a drawing for a $4,000 homebuying assistance grant. The money can be used for purchasing a home, or renovating a home being purchased. For more information, contact Liz at ROSE Community more...

Event date: Feb 25, 2012

Event location: Portland Expo Center, 2060 N Marine Drive, Room D202

Join us on Saturday, February 25 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. to explore the critical role rain gardens can play in urban stream restoration, and learn how to construct your own! You’ll learn how to: assess your site to decide best location and size calculate impervious surfaces determine soil suitability choose appropriate plants for and how to maintain your new rain garden Participants will receive a comprehensive manual to help more...