Six Great Things to Do This Weekend...
LEARN
The Fox's Lady: Holistic Weatherization Meets Historic Preservation
Where: The Fox's House, 5915 NE Rodney
When: Saturday, May 22, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Cost: Suggested donation of $10
Tips: Bring a notepad and a camera.
Tour a wonderful 1884 home and learn how to weatherize an older or historic home without diminishing its vintage character. For more information, visit the Architectural Heritage Center web site. A suggested donation of $10 supports the education programs of the AHC.
ENGAGE
Jupiter Hotel Bike In Movie
Where: starts at Portland Bicycle Tours, 343 NW Everett
When: Sunday, May 23, 5 p.m.
Cost: Tickets are $15 for the tour, movie, and a beer. Tours are limited to 50 people, 21+ only.
Tip: Don't have a bike? Rent one! The tour is $35 including a Parisian city bike rental.
Start your evening with a 2-hour guided bike tour of Portland, then head over to the Jupiter Hotel at 7 p.m. for beer and grub and then settle in the DreamBOX for a bike-tastic movie.
RELAX
Sellwood Garden Tour
Where: Private gardens in Sellwood-Moreland
When: Sunday, May 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $20
Tip: Paying with cash? Get your tickets (on event day) at the Garden Marketplace at Sellwood School, 8300 SE 15th Avenue. Paying with credit card? Get tickets at the New Seasons Market in Sellwood.
The Sellwood Garden Tour is a self-guided tour of 6 private gardens in the Eastmoreland, Westmoreland and Garthwick neighborhoods. All proceeds from the Tour support programs at Sellwood Middle School. Not to be missed!
CONSUME
BBQ Night at Square Deal Wine Company
Where: Square Deal Wines, 2321 NW Thurman
When: Friday, May 21
Cost: $15
Tip: Don't eat lunch and bring a bib! Bike if possible; parking is tough.
What do you get when you have 20 lbs each of Podnah’s pit beef brisket and pulled pork, gourmet three-cheese mac & cheese (made with Beaumont de Savoie from France and Estero Gold and Mezzo Secco from California) and a whole mess of wines from France and Spain? You have a not-to-be-missed BBQ night at Square Deal Wines in NW District. Reservations are a must. Please call the store at 503.226.9463 to reserve your spot.
PLAY
Pooches in the Pearl
Where: The Encore, NW 10th & Overton
When: May 22, 1-4 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Tips: Don't forget your leash!
Calling all dogs! Bring your people to an educational gathering where dog enthusiasts can socialize with other dog owners, lovers and pooches, plus learn about vaccinations, pet stations and pet registration. It will be a tail-wagging good time!
EXPLORE
Kenton Street Fair
Where: North Denver Avenue and North Kilpatrick Street
When: Saturday, May 22, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Tips: Be sure to check out Kenton's new streetscape, Paul Bunyan's fresh coat of paint and the new library!
Come experience Portland's best kept secret, Kenton, with its first Street Fair this Saturday. With over 70 local vendors, 3 music stages Classic Car show, street yoga, and tons of activities for all ages, it should be an event to remember!
