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Jan 7,2009
Can't Sit Still Storytime
by Librarian Kate
Event Date: 01/10/2009 02:00 PM
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th St.
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th St.
Is your child always on the go? The pitter-patter of little feet just won't stop? Quiet listening not an option? Some children just can't stop moving and making noise. Our noisy and interactive program is designed just for them. For ages 3 and older with an adult. For other library storytimes, visit the library's website .
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Jan 6,2009
Portland Cello Project Kicks Off Family Friday Concert Series
by pearlgirl
Portland Cello Project, the city's popular "indie cello orchestra" leads off a series of Family Friday concerts at the Community Music Center (CMC) in Southeast Portland on Friday evening, January 9 at 7:00 PM. Family Friday concerts, a new series at the Center, are short musical programs by popular local musicians designed for school-age kids and adults to enjoy music together. The Portland Cello Project , an ensemble of 8 to 16 cellists playing everything from Brittney Spears to Beethoven, from video game themes to Strauss, has had "a meteoric rise in the vibrant Portland music scene", with diverse and exciting collaborations, all in the spirit of building a stronger music community. WHAT: Portland Cello Project performs a family concert WHERE: Community Music Center, 3350 S. E. Francis, Portland
WHEN: January 9 at 7:00 PM, ending by 8:30
TICKETS: $5 for individuals, $15 for families, purchased at the door only. Future Fam
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Dec 17,2008
Puppet Show - Raven Steals the Sun
by Librarian Kate
Event Date: 01/03/2009 02:00 PM
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th
Event Location: Central Library, 801 SW 10th
The world was dark and cold because the sun, moon and stars were locked in a box. Based on a Native American tale, this new play tells how Raven, the trickster, brought light and warmth to the world. Created and performed by Emily Alexander of Tears of Joy Theatre . Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. For other library events, visit the library's website .
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Dec 14,2008
3D Photos with Santa Claus
by pearlgirl
Event Date: 12/21/2008 01:00 PM
Event Location: 3D Center of Art & Photography, 1928 NW Lovejoy
Event Location: 3D Center of Art & Photography, 1928 NW Lovejoy
Mr. Claus has scheduled a very special stop at the 3D Center of Art & Photography this holiday season! He will be at the Center on Sunday, December 21st from 1-5pm, during which time visitors of all ages will be able to take a 3D photo with the man himself. Souvenir photos will be available for immediate purchase with a 3D viewer for $6. Please note - regular Center admission fees apply! This is a once-a-year opportunity, so don't miss your chance to spread the holiday cheer in 3D!
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Dec 4,2008
BodyVox Holiday Dance Days -For Kids
by renee
Holiday Dance classes are back!!! This year is bigger and better than ever. Last year, if you recall, it was just me and the kids (ages 4-7). This year, we have classes for ages 3 all the way through teens, and I get a chance to work with an amazing group of teahers: Sarah, Ramman, Lauren, and Kara—all dance teachers that I know you will love as much as I do when you and your kids are in class. Holiday Dance Days will be held at our current studio (we hope to be moving to the new one soon), above Bridgeport Brewery, at 1300 NW Northrup. December 22,23, 29, and 30, 9-4 pm. Check out all the details with class decriptions, teachers, times and more at our website . I'll see you and your always-excited, energy-infused, amazing and talented kiddos in the studio to run off some off that holiday steam (and if you sign 'em up for two classes in a row, that gives you 2 hours to enjoy your tasty salad at Bridgeport, a coffee at Via Delizia, or add to your wardrobe at Physical Element
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Dec 4,2008
Moneyville: The Origin and History of Money
by TeachStreet
Event Date: 12/12/2008 09:00 AM
Event Location: 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
Event Location: 1945 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
About: OMSI invites visitors to explore the history, science , math, and economics behind money when select components from the original Moneyville exhibit return for a limited engagement Oct. 28-Jan. 11. Moneyville uses the familiar and fascinating subject of money to build math skills and promote economic literacy in a fun, interactive environment. Explore how money is made, who invented it, and what it takes to play the stock market.
Photo: OMSI
Dates: October 28th, 2008 thru January 11th, 2009 Hours: 9:30am-5:30pm Admission: $11
$9 Youth (3-13)
$9 Senior (63+)
FREE for members
Contact OMSI by phone at: 503.797.4000, or visit their website .
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Dec 1,2008
Portland Neighborhood Holiday Event Guide
by pearlgirl
Festive much? If not, force yourself—the time has come to ring in the holidays. And, there is no better place to do the deed than a neighborhood near you. Portland's 95 neighborhoods share a bounty of holiday events. Get out there and enjoy them! We'll update this list each week through the holidays, so if we missed something please send it to events@neighborhoodnotes.com . The Pittock Mansion Presents: 'Twas the Night before Christmas . . . in Oregon Event Date: November 24-December 31, 11:00 AMEvent Location: Pittock Mansion, 3229 NW Pittock Drive Neighborhood: Hillside Clement Clark Moore's classic, "The Night before Christmas," provides the delightful theme for this year's holiday celebration at Portland's historic Pittock Mansion . Each of the mansion's 23 rooms will reflect a verse from the familiar 1823 children's poem. Holiday season at the Pittock - when the early-20th-century home is e
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Dec 1,2008
Family Movie Night @ Umpqua Bank - RSVP required
by nancy
Event Date: 12/12/2008 06:30 PM
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
Event Location: Umpqua Bank 1139 NW Lovejoy
<<UPDATE - this event is fully booked, but you're welcome to email us to be on the waiting list>> Please join us for a Family Movie Night hosted by Umpqua Bank and Isobel's Clubhouse . Our friends at Umpqua Bank, as part of their commitment to families in central Portland, have offered to host this event in their beautiful lobby after business hours. Please bring cozy kids (in their pajamas if you'd like) as well as sleeping bags or blankets to cushion the floor. A family friendly G rated movie will begin promptly at 6:30. If you can come early or stay late to help re-arrange the lobby and do post-party clean up, we'd really appreciate it. Please email us to indicate your interest in family movie night. We're trying something new in an attempt to make reservations more fair. We'll collect all reservation requests for 72 hours. If we have more requests than available spots we'll draw names to choose attendees. Everyone who respond
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Nov 25,2008
Sunday Brunch with Santa!
by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 12/07/2008 10:00 AM
Event Location: BL U E H O U R, NW 13th Avenue & Everett Street
Event Location: BL U E H O U R, NW 13th Avenue & Everett Street
Everyone knows Santa is a sophisticated fellow with discerning taste, and that is why he is visiting Bluehour for Sunday Brunch. Join us on Sunday December 7th, as we deck the halls and serve up delicious dishes in honor of our jolly friend. Rumor has it Santa is quite a chef. You might spy him spicing things up in the kitchen as well as mixing and mingling in the dining room. Bring your little ones, your mom and pop or your best friend. Pose for a photo with Santa himself while raising a glass of cheer to the most wonderful time of the year. 10am - 2pm Reserve your table now, call us at 503.226.3394 or Reserve online at www.bluehouronline.com! info@bluehouronline.com
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Nov 19,2008
Baby Loves Disco Pajama Party
by Calendar Girl
Event Date: 11/23/2008 12:00 PM
Event Location: The Wonder Ballroom,128 NE Russell Street
Event Location: The Wonder Ballroom,128 NE Russell Street
Hello mamas & papas! It is with great jumping joy that we welcome the month of November with our first ever PAJAMA PARTY in Baby Loves Disco-land! That's right, we celebrate the end of daylight savings time and welcome the shorter days of light and cooler temperatures with an all-out pajama wearing dance party for the whole family. So, wake up, brush your teeth, stay in your jammies and roll into the club where we will have lots of dancing and healthy snacks.... even a pair of pajamas to give away to the sleepiest jumping jammie dancer of the whole party! We'll also be playing tracks from our baby loves hip hop cd, released this past spring - a story told through both songs and words about a cool group of dinosaur kids who start a band, calling themselves the "dino 5"! Noon to 3pm.
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