Events Calendar

FESTIVALS & ATTRACTIONS

8th Annual Beaujolais Nouveau Festival - Beaujolais Nouveau
When the first cases of Beaujolais Nouveau arrive in Portland, the Heathman Restaurant will be at the top of the list. For the past eight years, the Heathman has partnered with the French American Chamber of Commerce and the Alliance Française de Portland to celebrate the first wine of the French harvest season. At midnight on the third Thursday of November, bars, restaurants, bistros and pubs around the world receive shipments of the 2009 vintage fresh from the vineyards. Portland’s celebration has become one of the largest in the Pacific NW and the entire country.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/20/09 LOCATION: Heathman Hotel 1001 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 6pm PHONE: 503-223-8388 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Advance tickets are $65(General) and $75 (Patron) per person and $100 if purchased the evening of the event

Experience New Moon - Experience Twilight
Thursday November 19th Saint Helens, Oregon is home to the Twilight saga again. A four-day movie release party, Experience New Moon kicks off with a VIP party at the Columbia Theater at 212 S 1st Street in St. Helens.

Fans can spend the weekend with other Twilight fans in the original movie locations. Some of the more notable scenes from the movie … the Swan house, Bella and Edward's first date, the bookstore and dress shop in Port Angeles… were filmed in Saint Helens. A scene of Edward playing piano for Bella and a Forks High School office scene were also filmed in Saint Helens. The main street of Vernonia was downtown Forks, WA and also home to the Forks Police Station.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/19/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: St. Helens 30 miles northwest of Portland along Highway 30 St. Helens, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.experiencenewmoon.com PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: See website

German American Society Commemorates the 20th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall - German American Society
To commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall on November 9th, 1989 the German American Society is bringing German representatives and international performing artists to Portland. German Culture Week 2009 will run from November 7th to 14th and offers thought provoking and entertaining cultural events for all interests and ages.

On November 9th from 6 to 8 pm, the 20th anniversary will be celebrated at a Portland City Hall public reception that also includes the opening of the After the Wall photo exhibit. Mayor Sam Adams will welcome honored international and local representatives. Those scheduled to attend include German Consul General Peter Rothen, Honorary Consul Günther Hoffmann and Portland State University German Professor Steven Fuller, Ph.D.

The After the Wall photo exhibit showcases the impact of the fall of the Berlin Wall on contemporary Germany and German culture. It is free and open to the public at Portland City Hall from November 9th to 30th. The photos were collected by the German American Society.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/09/09 - 11/30/09 LOCATION: Portland City Hall 1221 SW Fourth Ave Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Mon-Fri 8-6 Nov 9 until 8pm PHONE: 503-775-1585 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Mount Hood Railroad presents The Polar Express - Mount Hood Railroad
Read along with the story as the train makes its magical journey to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoying caroling, hot cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/13/09 - 12/23/09 LOCATION: Mount Hood Railroad 110 Railroad Avenue Hood River, OR 97031 Map It!

HOURS: Afternoon Trains depart at 5:00pm and return at 6:30pm Evening Trains depart at 8:00pm and return at 9:30pm (evening trains not available all days - check schedule) PHONE: 800-872-4661 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $26 for Adults $18 for ages 2 and up Buy Tickets

OMSI presents SCREAM! - OMSI
Why do our hearts race, our knees shake, and our bodies sweat when we are scared? Do crawling cockroaches give you the creeps? Are you brave enough to put your head in a guillotine, pet a tarantula, or take a free fall? Get your heart pumping and your palms sweaty as you examine the physiological, neurobiological, and sociological aspects of fear in the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry’s (OMSI) new exhibit, SCREAM! Featuring Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear opening Oct. 10, 2009.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/10/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: OMSI 1945 SE Water Avenue Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. PHONE: 503.797.4000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.omsi.edu

Portland Classical Chinese Garden presents China Here & Now! Art Exhibit - Portland Classical Chinese Garden
In conjunction with China Now, the exhibit at the Portland Art Museum, the Garden is pleased to welcome an exhibition of art from the Oregon Chinese Artists Association.

The exhibit includes traditional Chinese art forms, such as calligraphy, brush painting, music and more modern interpretations in oils and water colors. The artists are all of Chinese origin now living and working in Oregon. Some are world-respected and others blossoming artists. Throughout the month, artists will demonstrate their art and interact with Garden visitors.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/01/09 - 11/30/09 LOCATION: Portland Classical Chinese Garden 239 NW Everett St Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PHONE: 503.228.8131 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $8.50 Adults * $7.50 Seniors (age 62 & over) * $6.50 Students (age 6-18 and college students with I.D.) * Children five and under are free

Portland Japanese Garden presents The Bontei Tray Gardens of Marc Peter Keane - Japanese Garden
The 2009 Art in the Garden series continues at the Portland Japanese with a special exhibition of The Bontei Tray Gardens of Marc Peter Keane, featuring exquisitely designed, handcrafted wood and stone tray gardens by one of the world's leading experts on Japanese gardens. Keane is the author of Japanese Garden Design, one of the most popular books on this topic in the English language. He will be in Portland for the opening weekend of the exhibition on November 7 and 8, during which time he will give talks about his Bontei as well as a presentation on Japanese tea gardens in conjunction with the debut of his soon-to-be-released book on this subject.The exhibition is free with Garden Admission. Reservations and additional fees required to attend reception and lecture.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/07/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Japanese Garden 611 S.W. Kingston Ave. Portland, OR 97201 Map It!

HOURS: 10am-4pm Tuesday–Sunday Noon-4pm Monday PHONE: (503) 223-1321 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $8.00 Adults $6.75 Seniors (age 62 & over) $6.75 College Students (with college ID) $5.25 Youths (age 6-17)

Saké Shock at SakéOne: Saké and food pairings to surprise your senses - SakeOne
SakéOne invites you to their tasting room to experience wild and wonderful saké and food pairings. The new Saké Shock flight explores craft-brewed saké paired with eccentric offerings such as 10 month aged gouda & duck liver pate. Learn why saké, a pure and simple beverage, offers unlimited possibilities. Tasting Fee is $10 per person. Brewery tours offered daily at 1, 2 & 3pm.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/01/09 - 11/25/09 LOCATION: SakeOne 820 Elm Street Forest Grove, OR Map It!

HOURS: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, seven days a week. PHONE: 503-357-7056 x 234 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Tasting Fee is $10

Indie Wine Foundation Pre-Thanksgiving Tasting Event - Indie Wine Festival
We are excited to announce the first annual Indie Wine Foundation Pre-Thanksgiving Tasting, a great new opportunity for wine lovers to discover unique, hidden gem wines to add to their collections and share with friends and family at holiday meals and gatherings. The event will feature 14 wineries that are alumni of the nationally acclaimed Portland Indie Wine Festival.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/21/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Brookside Inn 8243 NE Abbey Rd Carlton, OR 97111 Map It!

HOURS: 12pm-5pm PHONE: 503-595-0891 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $20 to taste the wines of all participating wineries (or $25, which includes a keepsake Indie tasting glass).

Portland Farmers Market PSU - Portland Farmers Market
One of Oregon’s most treasured city-meets-country activities brings farm fresh produce, artisan-baked goods, flowers and plants to five seasonal open-air markets throughout the Portland metro area.
The Saturday Market is located at Portland State University in the South Park Blocks between SW Harrison & SW Montgomery.

EVENT DAY(S): 03/21/09 - 12/26/09 LOCATION: South Park Blocks S.W. Harrison and Montgomery Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: March-October 8:30-2 November-December 9-2 PHONE: 503-241-0032 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Portland Saturday Market 2009 - Portland Saturday Market
Stroll down row upon row of local handcrafted items and homemade foods. The Portland Saturday Market—open Sundays too—is the nation’s largest open-air crafts market. Talk directly to the artists and learn about their creative styles and products.

EVENT DAY(S): 02/28/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: Portland Saturday Market Waterfront Park near Ankeny & Naito Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Saturdays 10 - 5pm Sundays 11 - 4:30pm PHONE: 503.222.6072 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Sakétini Saturday at SakéOne - SakeOne
SakéOne celebrates the very best winter cocktails this month at Sakétini Saturday. The $5.00 tasting fee includes a flight of four sakés, three sakétinis and a tour. The tasting room is open from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Brewery tours will be at 1, 2 and 3PM.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/21/09 LOCATION: SakeOne 820 Elm Street Forest Grove, OR Map It!

HOURS: 11am to 5pm PHONE: 503-357-7056 x 234 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $5

Wild Arts Festival 2009 - Wild Arts Festival
The Wild Arts Festival celebrates nature in the work of regionally and nationally-known artists and writers. Now in its 29th year in Portland, the Festival has become the northwest’s premier show and sale of nature-related art and books. The Wild Arts Festival will feature over 70 artists and 35 authors in a festive atmosphere.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/21/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Montgomery Park 2701 N.W. Vaughn Street Portland, OR 97222 Map It!

HOURS: 10am-6pm on Saturday and 11am-5pm on Sunday PHONE: 503-577.2757 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission to the show is $5

Rose City Collector's Market - Rose City Collectors Market
Shop Approx. 200 Tables of Antiques & Collectibles
from Past to Present, and Collectors from miles around.

Some sellers specialize, while others offer a variety of collectibles.
Some of the items you will see at the show include:Vintage clothing, jewelry, glassware, collectible toys, militaria, automobilia, vintage books and paper items, collectible coins, postcards and ephemera, vintage kitchenware, antique paintings, collectible diecast cars & hot wheels, sports cards and sports collectibles, guns, advertising collectibles, comic books, vintage cameras and accessories and much, much more.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/22/09 - 01/24/10 LOCATION: Holiday Inn Airport - Columbia Conference Center 8439 NE Columbia Blvd Portland, OR 97220 Map It!

HOURS: 9AM-3PM PHONE: 503-238-0222 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $2 Admission - Early Admission: 7 am $6

Pittock Mansion presents Tinsel, Trees & Traditions: 150 Years of Christmas - Pittock Mansion
Experience 150 years of Christmas traditions at Pittock Mansion this holiday season. In honor of the 150th anniversary of Oregon’s statehood, decorated rooms in the Mansion will illustrate different traditions of Christmas, including decorating trees, writing Christmas cards, serving holiday foods, playing Christmas music, and giving gifts.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/23/09 - 12/31/09 LOCATION: Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive Portland, OR 97210 Map It!

HOURS: 11:00-4:00 PHONE: 503-823-3623 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, and $5 for children (aged 6-18); children 5 and under are free.

Portland International Raceway presents Winter Wonderland Lights - Portland International Raceway
Recognized throughout the Pacific Northwest as the "Largest Holiday Light Show West of the Mississippi", the 17th annual Winter Wonderland - Powered by Comcast will grab your attention with glimmers and glows around every corner.

Since 1993, a journey through Winter Wonderland has become a Holiday tradition for many families, friends, and social organizations to celebrate the spirit of the holiday season. Spectators can enjoy the most spectacular drive-through light show in the region, viewing over 250 colorful displays and 40 fully animated scenes from the comfort of their own vehicle .Visitors this year will be amazed to travel through the Tunnel of Lights, a 200 plus foot tunnel of lights that transports visitors to distant and magical lands.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/26/09 - 12/27/09 LOCATION: Portland International Raceway 1940 N. Victory Boulevard Interstate 5, Exit 306B Portland, OR 97217 Map It!

HOURS: 5-11pm PHONE: 503 232-3000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.portlandraceway.com

2009 Wine Country Thanksgiving - Willamette Valley Wineries
Join us for the 27th Annual Wine Country Thanksgiving event when more than 160 wineries and tasting rooms in the Willamette Valley will open their doors for special tastings and holiday festivities. Enjoy this unique opportunity to see first-hand many of Willamette Valley's small, family-owned wineries rarely open to the public. Meet winemakers, taste from the barrel, sample new releases or older vintages, enjoy specialty food pairings and live entertainment and take advantage of special, holiday offers.

View the complete listing of wineries and tasting rooms open Thanksgiving Weekend.

Request a touring map and guide online.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: Willamette Valley Wineries P.O.Box 25162 Portland, OR 97298 Map It!

HOURS: 11 AM to 5 PM PHONE: 503-646-2985 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.willamettewines.com

Annual OCAC Student and Alumni Holiday Sale - Oregon College of Art & Craft
Why shop at a department store for your holiday gifts? Take time to experience “alternative” holiday shopping at the annual Oregon College of Art and Craft (OCAC) Student and Alumni Holiday Sale. Avoid the chaos of the mall by choosing to support the local artists in your community.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: Oregon College of Art & Craft 8245 SW Barnes Road Portland, OR 97225 Map It!

HOURS: Pre-Sale Friday, November 27, 5:00-7:00pm Opening Friday, November 27, 7:00-9:00pm November 28, 10:00am-5:00pm November 29, 10:00am-4:00pm PHONE: 503.297.5544 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Friday $3 Sat & Sun Free Admission

Macy’s 2009 Holiday Parade - Macy's
Presented by The Oregonian and Entercom radio, the 2009 Holiday Parade will feature more than 25 inflatable floats, local middle and high school marching bands and nearly 500 costumed characters.
New Parade Route: Formation will begin at NW Park and Davis, then travel east to Broadway, south on Broadway to SW Alder, east on Alder (past Macy’s) to 4th, north on 4th to NW Flanders, west on Flanders to Park for disband. Download the route map (PDF file - 6 MB).

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 LOCATION: Downtown Portland Various Locations Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 8:45 am, approx. one hour PHONE: 503-223-0512 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Macy’s SantaLand - Macy's SantaLand
Santa photos will be available seven days a week from Friday, November 27 through Tuesday, December 24th. For more information, including directions and SantaLand hours, visit http://www.macyssantaland.com/ or call (971) 270-0709.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 LOCATION: Macy's 621 SW Fifth Ave Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 11 am PHONE: 503-223-0512 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Rice is Nice: Niiname-sai Harvest Festival Thanksgiving Weekend At SakéOne - SakeOne
Niiname-sai, an ancient rice harvest festival is celebrated each year on November 23rd in Japan. Explore the wonders of rice and its extraordinary role in saké fermentation. SakéOne invites you to experience the Rice Exposed Tour where you’ll try fresh Oregon koji rice as well as kasu, the rice cake pressed from fermented saké which is commonly used as a pickling agent in Japanese cuisine.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: SakeOne 820 Elm Street Forest Grove, OR Map It!

HOURS: 11:00am – 5:00pm PHONE: 503-357-7056 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10 tasting fee

Shilo Inns Holiday Light Display - Shilo Inns
Watch for the glow off Hwy 26, as it will be sparkling with the holiday spirit thanks again to Shilo Inns’ popular annual Christmas light display. The display is one of the largest holiday lighting displays in the country and is a must-see for holiday revelers looking to get in the Christmas holiday spirit.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 12/31/09 LOCATION: Shilo Inns Corporate Office 11600 SW Shilo Lane Portland, OR 97225 Map It!

HOURS: Lights illuminated at dusk each day PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights 2009 - The Grotto
Continuing a wonderful holiday tradition begun as a gift to our community in 1988, The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights welcomes all who seek the true spirit and meaning of Christmas. Through the presentation of spectacular lights, hourly music concerts, outdoor caroling, and other family entertainment, The Grotto's festival surrounds visitors with the traditional sights and sounds of this wondrous holiday season.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 12/30/09 LOCATION: The Grotto NE 85th and Sandy Boulevard Portland, OR 97220 Map It!

HOURS: Gates Open 5:00 to 9:30 PM • Grounds Close at 10:00 PM Closed Christmas Day PHONE: 503-261-2400 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $7.50 General Admission / $3.00 Children ages 3-12

Tree Lighting Ceremony Pioneer Square 2009 - Pioneer Courthouse Square
On the day after Thanksgiving, Portlanders will gather at the Square to celebrate the official start of the season by lighting the spectacular 75ft Tree. Well over 25,000 people are expected to attend the 25th annual Tree Lighting. Big, bright and beautiful, this event unites the community in an evening of merriment and sharing for the whole family.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 5:30pm PHONE: see website ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Celebrate the Holidays at Pittock Mansion - Leave the Driving to Us! - Pittock Mansion
We’re making it easier than ever for you to enjoy the holidays at the Mansion. Beginning Saturday, November 28, we’ll provide free shuttle service from the Sunset Transit Center west of Portland on peak attendance days throughout the holidays.

The Sunset Transit Center is accessible via the MAX Blue and Red lines, as well as Tri-Met bus numbers 20, 50, 59, 62 and 89.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/28/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Pittock Mansion 3229 NW Pittock Drive Portland, OR 97210 Map It!

HOURS: Shuttles begin at the Sunset Transit Center at 11a.m. and will continue hourly until 3 p.m. Shuttles returning to the Transit Center beginning at 11:30 a.m. and continue hourly until 4:30 p.m. PHONE: 503.823.3623 ADMISSION/TICKETS: The Shuttle is free

Mississippi Avenue Holiday Events - Historic Mississippi Business Assocation
Join us for the First Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony November 28th from 5-7pm at the Mississippi Commons. Check the website for weekly holiday celebrations throughout the month of December.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/28/09 - 12/22/09 LOCATION: Mississippi Avenue N. Mississippi Ave. Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.mississippiave.com PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: See website

Oregon Zoo Zoolights 2009 - Oregon Zoo
The zoo comes alive as you walk through this winter wonderland of more than a million lights. This winter festival includes our lighted zoo train, choral and ensemble music, and our fantastic gift shop. Closed Dec. 24 and 25.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/28/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road Portland, OR 97221 Map It!

HOURS: Sun-Thu 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fri-Sat 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. PHONE: 503-226-1561 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.oregonzoo.org

Handmade NW Presents: Portland Arts Bazaar! - Pioneer Courthouse Square
Handmade NW and Portland Arts Bazaar have united in a handmade holiday celebration featuring a plethora of goodies made by local artisans. Shop local, buy local. This is a one day celebration to kick off the shopping season. Join us November 29th at our holiday show in Pioneer Courthouse Square!

Stop by to find some amazing unique & hip collections of the latest fashions, artwork, letterpress, jewelry, great finds for men and teens along with bath and body goodies, plush and so much more!

EVENT DAY(S): 11/29/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 11am - 6pm PHONE: 503.223.1613 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Portland Baroque Orchestra presents Messiah Family Sing-Along - Portland Baroque Orchestra
Portland Baroque Orchestra presents its first Messiah Family Sing-along on the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, November 29. The audience will join in the singing ten famous choruses, including 'Hallelujah!,' and four of the region's finest professional soloists will perform the most beloved arias of Handel's masterpiece, accompanied by full period orchestra.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/29/09 LOCATION: First Baptist Church 909 SW 11th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 7:00pm PHONE: (503) 222-6000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: 40 Family Pass (up to four); $25 adult; $20 Senior; $10 Youth Buy Tickets

Holiday Ale Festival 2009 - Holiday Ale Festival
Held in the heart of downtown Portland, the Holiday Ale Festival keeps attendees warm and dry under a large clear top tent that covers Pioneer Courthouse Square while allowing for views of the city lights. Gas heaters create a cozy ambiance under the boughs of one of the region's largest decorated Christmas trees.
To taste the beers, the purchase of an initial $20 tasting package is required, which includes a souvenir mug and 10 beer sampling tickets.
We look forward to seeing you at the Holiday Ale Festival...Cheers

EVENT DAY(S): 12/02/09 - 12/06/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: www.holidayale.com PHONE: 503-252-9899 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

OMSI After Dark - OMSI
OMSI After Dark is an opportunity for the 21-and-over crowd to explore the museum in a child-free environment. Here's your chance to shoot off water rockets, play with robots, and enjoy the wonders of OMSI with no kids in sight! Enjoy a glass of wine or a pint of local beer while learning about electricity, tornados, and fossils, or taste and learn the science behind food and beverage favorites with local artisans. The OMSI Market Cafe will be open and cash bars will also be available for those who want more than just a taste!

EVENT DAY(S): 12/02/09 LOCATION: OMSI 1945 SE Water Avenue Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 6:00—10:00 p.m. PHONE: 503.797.4517 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10 for nonmembers • FREE to members • No reservations required

Christmas Fantasy Trail at Wenzel Farm - Wenzel Farm
Great for all Ages!
Take a Christmas walk through a lighted, wooded "Fantasy Trail", decorated with thousands of lights for your Christmas enchantment.
Be sure to visit our walk through 40 foot castle with Christmas scenes. Also, walk through a tunnel, maze, crooked house, suspension bridge and more.
Refreshments are available.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 12/29/09 LOCATION: Wenzel Farm 19754 South Ridge Road Oregon City, OR Map It!

HOURS: 6-9pm PHONE: (503) 631-2047 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adults $4.00 Children 12 and under $3.50

Oregon Regency Society presents the Third Annual Winter Ball - Oregon Regency Society
Dinner, live music, portraiture, dancing, silhouette artist, raffle, and more.

Celebrate the arrival of the holiday season.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/05/09 LOCATION: Sunnyside Grange 13289 SE 132nd Ave Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 5-11pm PHONE: see website ADMISSION/TICKETS: $35 Individual; $60 Couple; Special Group of Five Option: $155

Portland Japanese Garden Hosts Holiday Show & Sale - Japanese Garden
The Portland Japanese Garden will be hosting their annual Holiday Show & Sale December 5- 24, featuring exquisite handmade art by local artists; lovely Asian-themed gifts like beautiful tea and sake sets and vintage obi, kimono, and haori jackets imported from Japan; exclusives items like the Garden’s own 2010 calendar (filled with spectacular pictures of the Portland Japanese Garden), cards, posters, and full-color seasonal umbrella; plus jewelry, wearables, accessories, and more.

Free with paid admission to the Garden

EVENT DAY(S): 12/05/09 - 12/24/09 LOCATION: Japanese Garden 611 S.W. Kingston Ave. Portland, OR 97201 Map It!

HOURS: 10am-4pm Tuesday–Sunday Noon-4pm Monday PHONE: (503) 223-1321 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $8.00 Adult * $6.75 Senior (62+) * $6.75 College Student (w/ID) * $5.25 Youth (6-17) * Children 5 and under free

Season's Eatings, A Local Artisans Food, Wine and Spirits Market - New Deal Distillery & Tasting Room
A spirited holiday event celebrating the area’s finest chocolate, cheese, baked goods, produce, wine and spirits.
Ring in the season and choose local for what you serve, bring and give!

EVENT DAY(S): 12/05/09 LOCATION: New Deal Distillery 1311 S.E. 9th Avenue Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: Noon to 5pm PHONE: 503-381-9887 ADMISSION/TICKETS: One can of food or donation

6th Annual Belgian Beer & Brunch - Holiday Ale Festival
This exclusive event features at least four special Belgian style beers that are not available at the regular festival, along with a European-style brunch. Tickets are limited, so register early to guarantee yourself a spot at this exclusive event.

This will take place up above the regular Holiday Ale Festival in a heated tent. You must be 21+ to enter this venue.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/06/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 11am to 1pm PHONE: 503-252-9899 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $45

Portland Saturday Market presents - Holiday Artisan Market at Pioneer Courthouse Square - Portland Saturday Market
Holiday shopping just got easier. Portland Saturday Market and Pioneer Courthouse Square host this Holiday Artisan Market. Experience a bit of Saturday Market during the week, December 8-11 from 11-6 pm at Pioneer Courthouse Square- Portland’s Living Room. Discover hundreds of unique items that are handcrafted by the people who sell them. You’re sure to find that perfect gift for that special someone.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/08/08 - 12/11/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 11-6 pm PHONE: 503-222-6072 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Christmas Ship Parade - Christmas Ships
2009 marks the 55th year for the Christmas Ship Parade on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers in Portland, Oregon.The Christmas Ship Fleet averages about 55 to 60 boats between the two Columbia and Willamette River fleets. Both fleets will be out every night for two weeks beginning December 9, 2008 and running through December 20, 2009.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/09/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: Willamette River/ Columbia River RiverPlace Marina * Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.christmasships.org PHONE: e-mail only ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.christmasships.org

CRAVE Portland Holiday Shopping Event: 'Holiday Cravings - CRAVEParty
A CRAVEparty is an exclusive, festive, glam-gal gathering of fun, entertainment, personal pampering, and sippin’ and noshin’ on great food. Visit stylish market stalls brimming with sample-sale-priced clothing, jewelry, handbags, girly gifts, bath and body treats, gourmet food, home decor, latest kiddie and chic mommy fashion, and oh so much more!
Entertainment by concert rock violinist Aaron Meyer.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/09/09 LOCATION: Bison Building 419 NE 10th Ave Portland, OR 97232 Map It!

HOURS: 4-9pm PHONE: (503) 747-3681 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $20 VIP / 2 for $20 advance general or $15 / $8 advance student

Hood River Last Chance Holiday Bazaar - Last Chance Holiday Bazaar
The last chance to find those one-of-a-kind holiday gifts! Find wonderful arts and crafts, holiday items, clothing, fresh fruit, home decorations, gourmet foods, baked goods, much more. Tasty winter lunches and snacks available. Free admission

EVENT DAY(S): 12/12/09 - 12/13/09 LOCATION: Hood River County Fair Grounds Wy'East & Summit Rds Odell, OR 97044 Map It!

HOURS: www.hoodriverfair.com PHONE: 541-354-2865 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

The Ultimate Saké Shopping Event - SakeOne
Take a break from the craziness of searching for parking, the stress of traffic; instead enjoy The Ultimate Saké Shopping experience, presented by SakéOne. You’ll find an array of unique gifts such as saké and sakétini gift packs that features local craft saké, Murai Family saké brewed in the Aomori prefecture of Japan, as well as tasty teas and key accessories available for discounts up to 20% off regular retail prices. Complimentary event.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/12/09 LOCATION: SakeOne 820 Elm Street Forest Grove, OR Map It!

HOURS: 2:00pm - 7:00pm PHONE: 503-357-7056 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Tuba Christmas Concert - Pioneer Courthouse Square
Tuba enthusiasts, music lovers, and all of those last minute shoppers will rejoice in the sound of nearly 200 tubas playing the festive music of the season. The audience not only listens to the sounds of the powerful tubas, but is encouraged to participate in the sing-a-long carols.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/12/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 1:30pm – 3:00pm PHONE: (503) 223-1613 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Peacock Lane - Peacock Lane
Come see the lights on Peacock Lane and you'll
find nothing but good, old-fashioned holiday spirit.
Since the 1920s, each house in this quaint southeast neighborhood has been decorating for Christmas. Mostly Tudors, the houses are adorned with not only beautiful sparkling lights, but also nativity scenes, rotating Christmas trees and stunningly life-like replicas of Santa and Frosty.

Be forewarned: this is a very popular Portland tradition and the crowds can get quite thick. It is wise to park several blocks away and walk, rather than drive through the area. Better yet, take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.

Happy Holidays from all of us on Peacock Lane!
www.peacocklane.net

EVENT DAY(S): 12/15/09 - 12/30/09 LOCATION: Peacock Lane Peacock Lane is between SE Stark St. and SE Belmont St. and one block east of 39th Ave. Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 5-11pm PHONE: see website ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Miracle of a Million Lights at Queen Anne Victorian Mansion - Queen Anne Victorian Mansion
2.5 million twinkling lights turn this historic Portland landmark into a Christmas wonderland!

Tour the richly appointed historic Queen Anne Victorian Mansion aglow with 10 uniquely-decorated Christmas trees and decorations. View rooms filled with period antiques and vintage heirlooms.

Enjoy homemade apple cider, holiday cookies, and other refreshments while being entertained with live musical performances by local schools, churches, and other performance groups and individual artists.

Take a picture with Santa and browse our gift shop for unique decorations and stocking stuffers.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/17/09 - 12/27/09 LOCATION: Queen Anne Victorian Mansion 1441 N McClellan St Portland, OR 97217 Map It!

HOURS: 6-10pm PHONE: 503-283-3224 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for seniors and children 10 and under

Portland Saturday Market Presents; Festival of the Last Minute - Portland Saturday Market
Procrastinators Rejoice! Open rain, shine or snow, the Portland Saturday Market will be open every day from December 17 through Christmas Eve. Dubbed, “The Festival of the Last Minute” you’ll find unique handcrafted gifts, exotic foods and a frosty-yet-festive atmosphere. So bundle up and come on down. Don’t forget we accept credit cards and gift certificates. The market is located in Waterfront Park and Ankeny Plaza in historic Old Town.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/17/09 - 12/24/09 LOCATION: Portland Saturday Market Waterfront Park near Ankeny & Naito Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Weekdays 11-6 PM, Saturday 10-5 PM and Sunday 11-4:30 PM PHONE: 503-222-6072 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

IN CONCERT

Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra presents Brush Up Your Shakespeare - Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra
With the help of actors in costume, CSO plays music of the Bard including Weber's Overture to Oberon; Vaughan-Williams' Serenade to Music; Verdi's Scene & Aria from Otello with soprano Coral Walterman; and Elgar's Falstaff. A pre-concert conversation for the 20th concert begins at 6:45pm.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/20/09 LOCATION: First United Methodist Church 1838 SW Jefferson Portland, OR 97201 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: (503) 234-4077 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult Price $30.00 60+Senior $25.00 13+Student $10.00 Child (12 & Under) $5.00 10+Group $25.00 Buy Tickets

Oregon Symphony presents A Mozart Wind Ensemble - Oregon Symphony
Our Classical Season is led by Music Director Carlos Kalmar, with guest artists and conductors from Portland and around the world. You'll hear some of the greatest music in the symphonic repertoire.

Gregory Vajda, conductor
David Buck, flute
Martin Hebert, oboe
John Cox, horn
Carin Miller, bassoon

Mendelssohn: The Fair Melusina Overture
Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante for flute, oboe, bassoon and horn
Dutilleux: Symphony No. 2, “The Double ”
Berlioz: Le Corsaire Overture

Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra presents Brush Up Your Shakespeare - Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra
With the help of actors in costume, CSO plays music of the Bard including Weber's Overture to Oberon; Vaughan-Williams' Serenade to Music; Verdi's Scene & Aria from Otello with soprano Coral Walterman; and Elgar's Falstaff. A pre-concert conversation for the 20th concert begins at 6:45pm.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/22/09 LOCATION: Mt. Hood Community College Theatre 26000 SE Stark Gresham, OR Map It!

HOURS: 3pm PHONE: (503) 234-4077 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult Price $30.00 60+Senior $25.00 13+Student $10.00 Child (12 & Under) $5.00 10+Group $25.00 Buy Tickets

Rose Quarter presents Trans-Siberian Orchestra Winter Tour 2009 - Rose Quarter
Live Nation and AEG Facilities welcomes Trans- Siberian Orchestra to the Rose Garden on Sunday, November 22, 2009 for two shows; 3p & 7:30p.

With the long awaited new album Night Castle on the verge of being released, Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO), one of rock music’s biggest arena attractions, announces it will once again launch another monumental North American tour playing more than 80 cities in a nine-week period beginning November 1st.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/22/09 LOCATION: Rose Garden Arena One Center Court Portland, OR 97227 Map It!

HOURS: 3:00 & 7:30 PHONE: 877.789.ROSE (7673) ADMISSION/TICKETS: $57, $47, $37, $25;ticket prices do not include applicable service charges

47th Annual Portland’s Singing Christmas Tree - Portland’s Singing Christmas Tree
Come see Christmas the way it was meant to be! A delightful Holiday Tradition in the Portland area for 47 years. Making Music and Memories since 1962.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 12/05/09 LOCATION: Keller Auditorium SW 3rd & Clay Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Nov. 27 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. PHONE: 503-557-8733 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Tickets range from $12-$75.00 plus service fees

Oregon Symphony Pops Series: Music from the Movies - Oregon Symphony
Our Thanksgiving weekend start to the holiday season is a concert for the whole family. Jeff has teamed up with popular radio host Edmund Stone of allclassical.org to create a program of great movie music, including a choral suite from Home Alone and music from Spiderman, Pirates of the Caribbean and Harry Potter.

Jeff Tyzik, conductor
Edmund Stone, host

EVENT DAY(S): 11/28/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall SW Broadway & Main Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: Saturdays at 7:30 pm | Sundays at 3 pm PHONE: 503-228-1353 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.orsymphony.org

Portland Baroque Orchestra presents Messiah Family Sing-Along - Portland Baroque Orchestra
Portland Baroque Orchestra presents its first Messiah Family Sing-along on the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, November 29. The audience will join in the singing ten famous choruses, including 'Hallelujah!,' and four of the region's finest professional soloists will perform the most beloved arias of Handel's masterpiece, accompanied by full period orchestra.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/29/09 LOCATION: First Baptist Church 909 SW 11th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 7:00pm PHONE: (503) 222-6000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: 40 Family Pass (up to four); $25 adult; $20 Senior; $10 Youth Buy Tickets

Christmas Revels 2009 - Portland Revels
In an Irish countryside of Revels’ lore, the Strawboys have been mumming in cottage kitchens throughout the vale, gathering in the pennies, farthings and all the feast makings for a grand fine Solstice Ceili. Delighted by the mummers’ play, the villagers have been generous with their gifts, so the Solstice gathering will abound with music, spirit and dance. And everyone will be welcome as guests.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 12/13/09 LOCATION: Scottish Rite Temple 709 SW 15th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 4 7:30 Dec 5 1 & 7:30 Dec 6 1 & 7 Dec 10 7:30 Dec 11 7:30 Dec 12 1 & 7:30 Dec 13 1 & 5 PHONE: 503-200-1603 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $7-$36 Buy Tickets

Portland Baroque Orchestra: Bach's Joyful Noise - Portland Baroque Orchestra
Alexander Weimann, director and harpsichord
Barry Bauguess, baroque trumpet

German Bach specialist Alexander Weimann, who made his PBO last December with Handel's Messiah, returns in a program of virtuoso instrumental music, featuring trumpet and pipes (recorders and oboes in this case) to celebrate the start of the holiday season.

J.S. Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, BWV 1047
Harpsichord Concerto No. 6 in F major, with two recorders, BWV 1057
Harpsichord Concerto No. 3 in D major, BWV 1054
Telemann: Concerto No. 3 in D Major for trumpet, 2 oboes and strings

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 12/05/09 LOCATION: First Baptist Church 909 SW 11th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: 503-222-6000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.pbo.org Buy Tickets

Portland Jazz Orchestra presents Linus, Lucy and the Duke - Portland Jazz Orchestra
A holiday tradition and treat! PJO performs Duke Ellington's deliciously witty arrangement of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite, plus the playful music from Vince Guaraldi's Linus and Lucy.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 LOCATION: Newmark Theatre SW Broadway & Main Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: (503) 432-9477 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult $22.00 Student $15.00 Door prices $26.00 Adult and $19.00 Student Buy Tickets

Oregon Symphony presents Yefim Bronfman Plays Bartok - Oregon Symphony
Our Classical Season is led by Music Director Carlos Kalmar, with guest artists and conductors from Portland and around the world. You'll hear some of the greatest music in the symphonic repertoire.

Carlos Kalmar, conductor
Yefim Bronfman, piano

Haydn: Symphony No. 1
Bartók: Piano Concerto No. 2
Ives: Three Places in New England
Haydn: Symphony No. 104, “London”

Portland Baroque Orchestra: Bach's Joyful Noise - Portland Baroque Orchestra
Alexander Weimann, director and harpsichord
Barry Bauguess, baroque trumpet

German Bach specialist Alexander Weimann, who made his PBO last December with Handel's Messiah, returns in a program of virtuoso instrumental music, featuring trumpet and pipes (recorders and oboes in this case) to celebrate the start of the holiday season.

J.S. Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, BWV 1047
Harpsichord Concerto No. 6 in F major, with two recorders, BWV 1057
Harpsichord Concerto No. 3 in D major, BWV 1054
Telemann: Concerto No. 3 in D Major for trumpet, 2 oboes and strings

EVENT DAY(S): 12/06/09 LOCATION: Kaul Auditorium Reed College 3203 SE Woodstock Portland, OR 97202 Map It!

HOURS: 3pm PHONE: 503-222-6000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.pbo.org Buy Tickets

Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra presents Holiday Gift of Music - Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Guest Conductor Travis Hatton leads the Portland Columbia Symphony Orchestra in its annual Holiday Concert.
Prokofiev Peter & The Wolf Puppets by Tears of Joy
Kid Favorites Rudolph, Sleigh Ride, Frosty
Finnegan Christmas Singalong The Sleigh by Kountz and Selections from Nursery Rhyme Cantata by Nick Page
Portland Symphonic Encore Girlchoir
An instrument petting zoo is available one hour before each concert.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/06/09 LOCATION: Mt. Hood Community College Theatre 26000 SE Stark Gresham, OR Map It!

HOURS: 1pm & 4pm PHONE: 503-234-4077 ADMISSION/TICKETS: adults/seniors $10 and children are FREE. Buy Tickets

Chamber Music Northwest presents Tallis Scholars - Chamber Music Northwest
The beloved Tallis Scholars of London — the acclaimed, globe-trotting ten-voice a cappella ensemble — return to Portland for their third sure-to-sell-out concert, in an inspired evening of glorious Renaissance choral music to celebrate the holiday season.

Josquin des Prez Missa de Beata Virgine
John Nesbett Magnificat
Thomas Tallis The Tunes for Archbishop Parker’s Psalter
William Byrd Ye sacred muses
William Byrd Tribulationes civitatum
William Byrd Vigilate

EVENT DAY(S): 12/07/09 LOCATION: St. Mary's Cathedral 1716 NW Davis Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 8:00 PM PHONE: 503-294-6400 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $30-$40-$50 (students $15) Buy Tickets

Holidays with The Trail Band - Trail Band
Christmas With The Trail Band - a holiday concert reminiscent of the parlour orchestras and townsquare brass bands of the last century. Originally produced as a television special for Oregon Public Broadcasting, this concert has become an annual tradition for thousands of concert-goers in the Northwest.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/10/09 - 12/12/09 LOCATION: Aladdin Theater 3017 SE Milwaukie Avenue Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Dec 10 7pm Dec 11 7pm Dec 12 3 & 7pm Dec 13 3 & 7pm PHONE: 503-234-9694 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $12.50-$37.00

In Mulieribus presents A Rose in Midwinter - In Mulieribus
Our annual Christmas concert featuring medieval carols and traditional favorites, with a special world premiere by award-winning American composer, Richard Toensing.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/11/09 LOCATION: St Philip Neri Catholic Church 2408 SE 16th Ave Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: FRONT - General Admission Regular Price $20.00 BACK - General Admission Regular Price $15.00 65+Senior $12.00 Student $12.00 10+Group $10.00 Buy Tickets

Oregon Symphony Special Concerts: Gospel Christmas - Oregon Symphony
Charles Floyd, conductor
Northwest Community Gospel Chorus, performing artists

Portland’s joyous salute to the holidays is now in its 11th year with conductor Charles Floyd and the Northwest Community Gospel Choir. This is a moving, inspiring and very exciting celebration of the season.

Rose Quarter: Disney Imagination Movers - Rose Quarter
With a hit Disney Channel series and newly released Walt Disney Records CD under their belt, the wildly popular kid-pop quartet Imagination Movers will launch their first-ever U.S. concert theater tour. The “Live From The Idea Warehouse Tour” will make its way to Theater of the Clouds, Friday, December 11th.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/11/09 LOCATION: Rose Quarter - Theater of the Clouds 300 N. Winning Way Portland, OR 97227 Map It!

HOURS: 7:00pm PHONE: 877.789.ROSE (7673) ADMISSION/TICKETS: $35 and $25 ($37 and $27 day of show) Buy Tickets

Portland Symphonic Choir presents Wintersong! - Portland Symphonic Choir
Songs of the season are performed by the city's oldest community choir, the Portland Symphonic Choir. Highlighted work is the Britten Ceremony of Carols with harp accompaniment. Other well-known carols will be accompanied by brass ensemble. It's a wonderful way to begin the holiday season!

EVENT DAY(S): 12/12/09 - 12/13/09 LOCATION: St. Mary's Cathedral 1716 NW Davis Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 12 - 7:30 Dec 13 - 2:30 PHONE: 503-223-1217 Buy Tickets

Michael Allen Harrison "Christmas At The Old Church" - Michael Allen Harrison
Michael Allen Harrison returns for his 19th Annual Concert Series at The Old Church. Michael will be joined by many friends and family for another memorable evening of the season, and celebrates the release of his new CD "A Family Christmas". Michael, along with Julianne Johnson, Tim Ellis, Israel Annoh, Phil Baker, and Tanner Johnson create an intimate, fun, holiday neighborhood experience.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/17/09 - 12/24/09 LOCATION: The Old Church 1422 SW 11th Avenue Portland, OR 97201 Map It!

HOURS: Dec. 17th - 7:30pm Dec. 18th - 7:30pm Dec. 19th - 2:00pm, 5:00pm & 8:00pm Dec. 20th - 1:30pm, 4:30pm & 7:30pm Dec. 21st - 7:30pm Dec. 22nd - 7:30pm Dec. 23rd - 7:30pm Dec. 24th - 2:00pm, 5:00pm & 8:00pm Christmas Eve PHONE: 503-255-0747 ADMISSION/TICKETS: General Admission Ticket Prices: $29.50 Buy Tickets

9th Annual Holiday Concert Series with Aaron Meyer - Aaron Meyer
The Northwest's own "concert rock violinist" will return to Downtown's First Congregational Church for a series of Holiday concerts coinciding with the release of his latest CD "Do You Hear What I Hear." Over the weekend of Friday, December 18, Aaron Meyer will perform three shows with his seven piece concert rock orchestra featuring renowned guitarist and producer, Tim Ellis. The concerts will be a mix of traditional favorites and original compositions infused with Meyer's unique mix of classical, progressive rock and world music influences.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 - 12/19/09 LOCATION: First Congregational Church 1126 S.W. Park Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: Friday, December 18 at 7:30 pm Saturday, December 19 - 2 performances - 2:30 pm matinee and 8 pm evening PHONE: 1.800.992.8499 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $25 Adults/$20 Children (12 and under), seniors (60 and over), and students with valid student ID card. Reserved Seating is $35 (limited to first 6 rows center and 1st row balcony).

Bach Cantata Choir presents “Christmas Oratorio”, and “Gloria” - Bach Cantata Choir
J.S. Bach Christmas Oratorio (parts 4-6) and Vivaldi's Gloria; Bach Cantata Choir and Chamber Orchestra.

Friday, December 18, 2009 at 7:30pm; Rose City Park Presbyterian Church, NE 44th and Sandy; Portland Oregon.

Parking available in church lot, on street or in Grocery Outlet lot (North of light-poles only);

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 LOCATION: Rose City Park Presbyterian Church 44th and N.E. Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: $22.00 Adults; $17 Students/Seniors Buy Tickets

Holiday Soul with Patrick Lamb - Patrick Lamb Productions
Grammy nominated Patrick Lamb brings some of the best that the Northwest has to offer to celebrate the Holidays. Special Guests Ian James and LIv Warfiled will guest.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 LOCATION: Jimmy Mak's 221 N.W. 10th Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm & 10pm PHONE: (503) 432-9477 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $15 Buy Tickets

Oregon Repertory Singers present Glory of Christmas 2009 - Oregon Repertory Singers
Our traditional holiday favorite features Johann Sebastian Bach's joyous and exuberant Cantata 191, Gloria in Excelsis Deo with the Singers accompanied by an orchestra of glorious strings, flute and trumpet. Also on the program
wlecome the glory of the season as the Singers perform Venetian motets by Gabriele and Monteverdi, seasonal carols both olde and new fashioned and the audience favorite: Franz Biebl's Ave Maria sung by the men of ORS.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 LOCATION: St. Barnabas Episcopal Church 2201 SW Vermont Street Portland, OR 97219 Map It!

HOURS: 8:00 PM PHONE: 503) 230-0652 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10-$30

Portland Baroque Orchestra: Handel's Messiah Complete - Portland Baroque Orchestra
Handel's Messiah is one of the only pieces of Baroque music that has been performed continuously since its composition, and 2009 marks the 250th anniversary of the composer's death. Get your tickets early for this Portland holiday tradition.

Robert Ainsley, conductor of Portland Opera's groundbreaking production of La Calisto that featured PBO, directs this year's Messiah. Australian rising-star soprano Rachelle Durkin makes her Portland debut, alongside mezzo-soprano Angela Niederloh, tenor Brendan Tuohy, baritone Christopher Burchett, and celebrated chorus Cappella Romana.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: First Baptist Church 909 SW 11th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 18,19 7:30pm Dec 20 5:00pm PHONE: 503-222-6000 ADMISSION/TICKETS: wwww.pbo.org Buy Tickets

Portland Gay Men's Chorus: Celebrate the Season - Portland Gay Men's Chorus
Our annual holiday concert highlights the music of Advent, Hanukkah, Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and the New Year, and this year includes the world premiere of Dona Nobis Pacem by our esteemed Composer in Residence, Robert Seeley. You'll want to bring the whole family to sing along with the Chorus, accompanied by wind quintet, harp, piano, and percussion.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: Kaul Auditorium Reed College 3203 SE Woodstock Portland, OR 97202 Map It!

HOURS: Friday, December 18, 2009 at 8pm Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 8pm Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 2pm PHONE: 506-226-2588 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.pdxgmc.org Buy Tickets

Oregon Repertory Singers present Glory of Christmas 2009 - Oregon Repertory Singers
Our traditional holiday favorite features Johann Sebastian Bach's joyous and exuberant Cantata 191, Gloria in Excelsis Deo with the Singers accompanied by an orchestra of glorious strings, flute and trumpet. Also on the program
wlecome the glory of the season as the Singers perform Venetian motets by Gabriele and Monteverdi, seasonal carols both olde and new fashioned and the audience favorite: Franz Biebl's Ave Maria sung by the men of ORS.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/19/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: St. Mary's Cathedral 1716 NW Davis Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 19 8pm Dec 20 2pm PHONE: 503) 230-0652 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10-$30

Oregon Symphony Special Concerts: The Christmas Music - Oregon Symphony
Mannheim Steamroller, performing artists

Since 1984, Chip Davis’ Mannheim Steamroller has rung in the holidays with their contemporary interpretations of Yuletide favorites. Their unique sound has sold over 30 million albums and their performances with members of the Oregon Symphony promise to be very special holiday events.

Oregon Symphony Kids Series: The Spirit of the Season - Oregon Symphony
Gregory Vajda, conductor
Pam Mahon, narrator
Dance West, performing artists

Whether it’s putting ornaments on the tree or lighting Hanukkah candles, Jingle Jill will have you singing and tingling with anticipation for the season of good cheer. Selections include Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Vivaldi’s “Winter” Concerto and other holiday favorites.

These hour-long concerts were created for people between ages 5 and 10 ...though nobody will be carded.

ON STAGE

Agnieszka Laska Dancers premiere Lamentatio - Agnieszka Laska Dancers
LAMENTATIO focuses on the suicidal Global War Of Terror. LAMENTATIO examines the emotional and physical damage to victims on all sides. As for polemics, LAMENTATIO is a call for re-humanization of all victims. Any veteran and any refugee of any armed conflict from anywhere in the world will be freely admitted to any showing in this premiere run, as well as all persons of mixed abilities.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/18/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Imago Theatre 17 SE 8th Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 18-19-20-21 @ 8 pm Nov. 22 @ 3 pm run time PHONE: 800.757.7384 ADMISSION/TICKETS: general: $15 ($20 after Nov. 1) discounted: $11 ($15 after Nov. 1) all general seating + $1 ticketing fee

BroadArts Theatre presents FAT & SASSY II: One Size Fits - BroadArts Theatre
“I’m not fat. My body just naturally retains chocolate.”

Fat people, are you tired of being blamed for the greed of the fast food, advertising, pharmaceutical and diet industry? Kids, is it really entirely your own fault that one third of American kids between the ages of 9 and 13 are ‘obese’? And how come when a woman is big, people say she’s fat, but when a guy is big they say he used to play football in college?

For musical answers to these questions and more, BroadArts Theatre has cooked up a hot-from-the-oven sizzling comedy treat, FAT & SASSY II: One Size Fits! Designed to celebrate people of ALL sizes, FAT & SASSY II is a smorgasbord of a musical, serving up an aerobic workout of comedy and music from hot yoga to hot chocolate and back again

EVENT DAY(S): 10/23/09 - 11/20/09 LOCATION: Rose City Park Presbyterian Church 44th and N.E. Sandy Blvd. Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thur, Fri, Sat at 8 pm, Sundays at 2 pm PHONE: (503) 288-5181 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10 in advance, $12 day of show

CoHo Productions presents Fool for Love - CoHo Productions
CoHo opens its fourteenth season with Fool for Love by Sam Shepard; a vicious, erotic and funny, tale set in a run down hotel room on the edge of the Mojave Desert where Eddie and May fight tooth and nail to escape their catastrophic past. Dark secrets are revealed in a haunting story of gripping jealousy, brutal betrayal, and the deepest kind of love. Told with reckless abandon and infinite care by one of America's most renowned and audacious playwrights, Fool for Love is full of unforgettable images and heartbreaking truth.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/15/09 - 11/21/09 LOCATION: CoHo Theater 2257 N.W. Raleigh Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sat 8pm Sun 2pm PHONE: (503) 205-0715 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students and seniors Buy Tickets

Hand2Mouth Theatre presents Everyone Who Looks Like You - Hand2Mouth Theater Company
They are watching you, but you can’t see it. You are becoming them, but you don’t know it. Then,
you have that dream where you have three moms and they are scolding you as they pull sweaters over your head
and make you repeat the words they whisper in your ears. You wake up onstage under blinding lights with a
microphone in your hand looking out over an expectant audience. No one has a family this strange; nobody has a
family that loves or hates each other this much ... except you and everyone who looks like you.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/06/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Theater! Theatre! 3430 SE Belmont Avenue Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 8pm PHONE: 503-235-5284 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $15 General Admission $12 Students, Seniors and Working Artists $25 Opening Night Party on Saturday, November 7

Imago Theatre presents No Exit - Imago
A critical and audience hit, Imago's innovative No Exit is a fall-off-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller. Tim True, JoAnn Johnson, Maureen Porter, and Bryce Flint-Somerville battle, twist and topple on Jerry Mouawad's award-winning set that tips and sways with every step.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/11/09 - 11/21/09 LOCATION: Imago Theatre 17 SE 8th Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: Thurs 7pm Fri 7:30pm Sat 2pm & 7:30pm Sun 2pm PHONE: 503.231.9581 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Thursday @ 7:00 ($28); Friday @ 7:30 ($33); Sat @ 2:00 ($33) & 7:30 ($39); Sunday @ 2:00 ($28) Youth/Senior tickets are $3 less.

KO&Co presents ExpecTUtion - Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center
Premiering at IFCC Nov 19-22nd, ExpecTUtion delves into the world of expectations as the KO&Co. dancers glide and heave themselves over a 20x16 foot stage of curves, peaks and pikes in a series of four dances led by KO&Co.’s Katrina O’Brien to create a constitution of expectations.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/19/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center 5340 N. Interstate Avenue Portland, OR 97217 Map It!

HOURS: November 19th-21st at 8pm + 22nd at 4pm PHONE: 503–205-0715 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $12-$15

Krayon Kids Musical Theater Company presents “Gosh, I Hope I Get It” - Krayon Kids Musical Theater Company
This is an exciting jam-packed show brimming with bizarre situations and imagination. It’s full of tributes to the golden age of musicals and television from the 50’s! There’s plenty of action and zany characters mixed with a huge dose of laughter.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/06/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Historic Barclay Theater 817 12 Street Oregon City, OR 97045 Map It!

HOURS: Nov 6, 7PM Nov 7, 2PM & 7PM Nov 8, 2PM Nov 13, 7PM Nov 14, 2PM & 7PM Nov 15, 2PM Nov 20, 7PM Nov 21, 2PM & 7PM Nov 22, 2PM PHONE: 503-656-6099 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adults $12, kids and seniors $8 All seats at our Friday Night shows are only $5 each!

Lakewood Theatre Company presents The Man Who Came to Dinner - Lakewood Theatre Company
Sheridan Whiteside, theatre critic, lecturer, and radio personality, arrives for dinner at the home of the prominent Stanley family, slips on their doorstep and injures his hip. A tumultuous six weeks of confinement follow with Whiteside monopolizing the living room, inviting ex-convicts to meals and storing penguins in the library! Before it's over, the outrageous has become commonplace.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/06/09 - 12/06/09 LOCATION: Lakewood Center for the Arts 368 S. State Street Lake Oswego, OR 97034 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 7:30 Sun 7pm PHONE: 503-635-3901 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $26.00 - $30.00

Performance Works NW presents BANDAGE A KNIFE – Linda Austin Dance + Seth Nehil - Performance Works NorthWest
This evening-length theatrical performance, based on a “forgetting” of Seijun Suzuki’s 1967 cult classic movie Koroshi no Rakuin (Branded to Kill), will incorporate dance movement, projected image, live and recorded sound. Austin’s distinctive choreography is matched with Nehil’s evocative musique concrete, creating a place where the grotesque and the whimsical slide into each other, overlap and become confused.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/13/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Performance Works Northwest 4625 SE 67th Avenue Portland, OR 97206 Map It!

HOURS: FRI Nov 13, 7pm & 9pm SAT Nov 14, 7pm & 9pm SUN Nov 15, 7pm THU Nov 19, 7pm FRI Nov 20, 7pm & 9pm SAT Nov 21, 7pm & 9pm SUN Nov 22, 7pm PHONE: 503-777-1907 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10-$15 sliding scale Buy Tickets

Portland Center Stage presents Ben Franklin: Unplugged - Portland Center Stage
Gazing into the bathroom mirror one morning while shaving, Josh Kornbluth is suddenly struck with the thought that he looks remarkably like the guy on the $100 bill.

EVENT DAY(S): 09/29/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Gerding Theater at the Armory 120 N.W. 11th Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Performance times: Wednesdays - 7:30 p.m. Thursdays - 12:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Fridays - 7:30 p.m. Saturdays - 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. (Except Saturday, Oct. 3 - 7:30 p.m. performance only) Sundays - 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. PHONE: 503.445.3700 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Prices vary. Please visit the ticket link below to check prices. Ticket information">Buy Tickets

Rose Quarter presents So You Think You Can Dance - Rose Quarter
Fans of America’s sizzling summer show, “So You Think You Can Dance,” can see their favorite stars perform live as the tour comes to the Rose Garden on Friday, November 20th. The show will feature hit routines from the TV show as well as original pieces created just for the tour.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/20/09 LOCATION: Rose Garden Arena One Center Court Portland, OR 97227 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: 877.789.ROSE (7673) ADMISSION/TICKETS: $56.00, $48.50 & $38.50 Buy Tickets

Third Rail presents The Lying Kind
Fasten your sleigh bells! In The Lying Kind, Anthony Neilson takes classic British farce and twists it, hard.
It's Christmas Eve in London, and two hapless policemen must deliver tragic news to an elderly couple. When they try to hide the truth, the consequences are immediate, dire, and side-splitting.
With flirty septuagenarians, fearsome vigilantes, misplaced chihuahuas, stodgy vicars and, of course, naughty underwear, it's the perfect Third Rail Christmas offering.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/20/09 - 12/13/09 LOCATION: World Trade Center Theater 121 SW Salmon Bldg 2 Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thurs, Fri, Sat 7:30pm Sun 2pm PHONE: 503-235-1101 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.thirdrailrep.org

Oregon Children's Theatre presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Oregon Children's Theatre
A golden ticket is Charlie Bucket’s passport into Willy Wonka’s wacky world of wondrous Wonka Bars. Charlie and Grandpa Joe take a daring adventure into a world of Oompa-Loompas, squirrels, chocolate rivers, and cotton candy dreams. Will Charlie resist Slugworth’s bribe to steal the secret of the everlasting gobstopper? Will Violet turn violet? Is Mike Teavee shrinking from view?

Join OCT as Willy Wonka searches for his successor. This timeless Roald Dahl story is a jam-packed, nutty, king-size stage experience. BEST FOR ALL AGES

EVENT DAY(S): 10/31/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Newmark Theatre SW Broadway & Main Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Saturdays at 2pm and 5pm: Oct-31, Nov-7, Nov-14*, and Nov-21*. Sundays at 2pm: Nov-8, Nov-15, Nov-22 (*) No 5 p.m. performance PHONE: 503 228-9571 ADMISSION/TICKETS: 13-$24 Buy Tickets

The Mudeye Puppet Company presents Gourdy Pumpernickel's Harvest Surprise - Mudeye Puppet Company
Time to go pick that pumpkin! It’s harvest season, and whether it’s zucchini, rutabaga or blueberries, Gourdy grows them all! Follow this silly yet determined farmer who never gives up!

EVENT DAY(S): 11/21/09 LOCATION: Backspace Gallery 115 N.W. 5th Ave Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10:00am PHONE: (503) 248-2900 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adults $5, children $3

BroadArts Theatre presents FAT & SASSY II: One Size Fits - BroadArts Theatre
“I’m not fat. My body just naturally retains chocolate.”

Fat people, are you tired of being blamed for the greed of the fast food, advertising, pharmaceutical and diet industry? Kids, is it really entirely your own fault that one third of American kids between the ages of 9 and 13 are ‘obese’? And how come when a woman is big, people say she’s fat, but when a guy is big they say he used to play football in college?

For musical answers to these questions and more, BroadArts Theatre has cooked up a hot-from-the-oven sizzling comedy treat, FAT & SASSY II: One Size Fits! Designed to celebrate people of ALL sizes, FAT & SASSY II is a smorgasbord of a musical, serving up an aerobic workout of comedy and music from hot yoga to hot chocolate and back again.
A fabulous dinner available before the shows on Saturday and Sunday at the Urban Grind with at
Minimum two day advance payment $20 for dinner and show!

EVENT DAY(S): 10/24/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Urban Grind Coffeehouse 2214 N Oregon Street Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thur, Fri, Sat at 8 pm, Sundays at 2 pm PHONE: (503) 288-5181 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10 in advance, $12 day of show

Portland Center Stage: A Christmas Carol - Portland Center Stage
Already a Portland holiday tradition, this original adaptation by Mead Hunter asks the timely and reflective questions: What do you value most? And is it what’s truly important? At the holiday season, renew your answers to these essential questions alongside Tiny Tim, Ebenezer Scrooge and a sleigh full of ghosts and magical creatures as we remount this warm and engaging adaptation of the Dickens classic.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/25/09 - 12/27/09 LOCATION: Gerding Theater at the Armory 120 N.W. 11th Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.pcs.org PHONE: 503.445.3700 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.pcs.org Buy Tickets

Do Jump! presents Tiger Lilly & Sunny Lu ‘Cirque de Chat’ - Do Jump
DO JUMP!'s new holiday show is based on the memoirs of Sunny Lu (a beautiful orange tabby) and Choreo-directed by Robin Lane. See the extraordinary human members of DO JUMP! create a one room feline circus. This show includes trampoline furniture, flying human cat toys and live music from rock and roll to classical. Artful athletic and hilarious, Sunny Lu and Tiger Lilly is great for audiences of all ages.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/28/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Echo Theatre 1515 SE 37th Ave. Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 12:00 PM Shows: 11/29, 12/20, 12/27 3:00 PM Shows: 11/28, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, 12/19, 12/20, 12/23, 12/26, 12/30, 1/2, 1/3 7:30 PM Shows: 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/18, 12/19, 12/21, 12/22, 12/23, 12/26, 12/28, 12/29, 12/30, 1/1, 1/2 PHONE: 503.231.1232 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $20-$32 Buy Tickets

Christmas Revels 2009 - Portland Revels
In an Irish countryside of Revels’ lore, the Strawboys have been mumming in cottage kitchens throughout the vale, gathering in the pennies, farthings and all the feast makings for a grand fine Solstice Ceili. Delighted by the mummers’ play, the villagers have been generous with their gifts, so the Solstice gathering will abound with music, spirit and dance. And everyone will be welcome as guests.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 12/13/09 LOCATION: Scottish Rite Temple 709 SW 15th Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 4 7:30 Dec 5 1 & 7:30 Dec 6 1 & 7 Dec 10 7:30 Dec 11 7:30 Dec 12 1 & 7:30 Dec 13 1 & 5 PHONE: 503-200-1603 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $7-$36 Buy Tickets

Tapestry Theatre presents 1944 Christmas from Home - Tapestry Theatre Company
This Christmas season journey back to the 1940s and immerse yourself in the golden age of radio. Swing with our band and singers to the great music of the era, such as "Shoo, Shoo Baby,"" "Drum Boogie" and "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas." Watch and listen as everyday objects are transformed into sound effects - a jar becomes a bell and boxes of cornstarch create footsteps across a snowy field. Experience the power of the pen as letters are sent to loved ones far away, sharing the mundane and extraordinary, the pain and the joy of life in 1944.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: Hollywood Theatre 4122 NE Sandy Boulevard Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm Thursday, December 17 at 7:30pm and Saturday, December 19 at 2pm PHONE: 503-245-6919 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10 for Military Veterans $19 for Adults $17 Students, Seniors, Groups of 8 or more Buy Tickets

6th Annual Belgian Beer & Brunch - Holiday Ale Festival
This exclusive event features at least four special Belgian style beers that are not available at the regular festival, along with a European-style brunch. Tickets are limited, so register early to guarantee yourself a spot at this exclusive event.

This will take place up above the regular Holiday Ale Festival in a heated tent. You must be 21+ to enter this venue.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/06/09 LOCATION: Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th St Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 11am to 1pm PHONE: 503-252-9899 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $45

Bag&Baggage Productions: Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol - Bag and Baggage Productions
Dickens wrote that, while he was working on A Christmas Carol he was like a man possessed, talking and arguing with the characters he imagined! In this family friendly adaptation, we take a look at what would happen if Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim did just that!

EVENT DAY(S): 12/09/09 - 12/22/09 LOCATION: Venetian Theatre 253 E Main Street Hillsboro, OR 97123 Map It!

HOURS: www.bagnbaggage.org PHONE: 503 516 4840 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $13 - $23 Buy Tickets

Imago presents Biglittlethings - Imago
A holiday family spectacle for ages 3 to 103. 11 short pieces that mix mask theatre, illusionistic costumes, original music, special effect lighting and pure spectacle.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/11/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Imago Theatre 17 SE 8th Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: Dec 11,12,18,19,23,24,26,30,Jan 2 7pm Dec 12,13,19,20,22,24,26,27,28,29,Jan 1,2,3 2pm PHONE: 503.231.9581 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Prices are $18 kids, $28 youth/seniors (26 & under/65 & over), $31 adults Buy Tickets

Northwest Children’s Theater and School presents Narnia - Northwest Childrens Theater
"There are many stories of Narnia. The first is about to be told."
Deep inside the wardrobe sleeps a land of never-ending winter ruled by a cruel witch. Led by the noble Aslan, four brave siblings are drawn into an epic battle between good and evil in this inspiring holiday adventure for the whole family!
Most enjoyed by ages 6 and up

EVENT DAY(S): 12/11/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Northwest Neighborhood Cultural Center 1819 NW Everett Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm, Saturdays & Sundays at 2pm PHONE: (503) 222-4480 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult $22 Youth $18

Square Peg Concerts presents Bob Saget - Portland Center for the Performing Arts
Yes, Bob Saget starred on two of the most family-friendly shows network TV has ever produced ("Full House" and "Americas Funniest Home Videos"), but he’s also been an edgy stand-up comedian for over thirty years. From his starring on Broadway in "The Drowsy Chaperone" to his scene-stealing scenes in "The Aristocrats" and HBO’s "Entourage," to his last HBO special, "That Ain't Right," Bob is always pushing the envelope of his craft.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/11/09 LOCATION: Newmark Theatre SW Broadway & Main Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: 8 p.m. PHONE: 503-248-4335 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $42.75 & $53.25

Miracle Theatre Group presents Posada Milagro - Miracle Theatre Group
A Christmas celebration with theatre, music, and dance for the whole familyThis community celebration filled with Latin American traditions reflects upon the journey of Mary and Joseph in their search for refuge and is day of fun for the whole family! Although unable to perform due to inclement weather, Miracle has reunited the cast from last year — a select group of community artists and young actors together with members of the Teatro Español ensemble — to present the pastorela called “Si ayer fuera hoy” (If Yesterday Were Today) written by Angel Ignacio Gonzalez Rocha of Mexico City and directed by Miracle Theatre Group’s Education and Outreach Coordinator Gabriela Portuguez. The afternoon’s entertainment will also feature live music, dance presentations, arts and crafts workshops, a piñata and, of course, traditional tamales!

EVENT DAY(S): 12/13/09 LOCATION: Milagro Theatre 525 SE Stark St Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: 1-5 p.m. PHONE: 503-236-7253 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Free (donations of non-perishable food items will be accepted for the Oregon Food Bank)

ON THE TABLE

The Heathman’s Holiday Tea - Heathman Hotel
The Heathman’s Holiday Tea kicks off the day after Thanksgiving with three daily seatings from November 27, 2009 through January 8, 2010. Reservations will be available starting Friday, November 13th at 6 a.m. for this popular – and cherished – family tradition. With the two-story tall Christmas tree and festive decorations throughout the historic tea court, the Heathman’s annual Holiday Tea is perfect after shopping, with friends or as a family celebration. Seatings are daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 01/08/10 LOCATION: Heathman Hotel 1001 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: Seatings are daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. PHONE: 503-790-7752 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adults are $32 per person and the Peter Rabbit Tea for Little Sippers is $14 per person.

ART MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

23 Sandy Gallery presents Photographs by Victoria Bjorklund and Heidi Kirkpatrick - 23 Sandy Gallery
Also featuring artist books from gallery inventory in the back gallery.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/06/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: 23 Sandy Gallery 623 N.E. 23rd Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sat 12-6 PHONE: 503.927.4409 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

3D Center of Art and Photography presents "Master William and the Governess" & "Ghost Car" - 3D Center of Art and Photography
"Master William and the Governess" is the latest work by Chicago-based artist Christopher Schneberger whose other presentations at the 3D Center have been thoroughly enjoyed.

"William Clarke was born to wealthy parents in 1887, but he was primarily raised by the family’s governess, Sophia Ashton. Tragically, Sophia died suddenly when William was only thirteen. The legend holds that as Master William became a young man, he was visited on numerous occasions by the spirit of his governess who continued his education."

"Ghost Car" was made by John Hart with the support of the Stereo Club of Southern California's very active 3D film division. "Ghost Car is based on a true incident that happened to a terrified hitch-hiker one cold and rainy night. The rider shares his ordeal with a sympathetic bartender, only to learn a simple truth."

EVENT DAY(S): 10/01/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: 3D Center of Art & Photography 1928 NW Lovejoy Portland, OR 97239 Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sat 11-5 Sun 1-5 PHONE: 503-227-6667 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $5

3D Center of Art and Photography presents 3D Doodle Daze A Participatory Event and Exhibition - 3D Center of Art and Photography
The 3D Center of Art & Photography has offered several public workshops in 3D dddoodling that have been so successful that we've decided to give the gallery over to dddoodlers for an entire exhibition slot.
Visitors will be able to grab a pair of red and blue pencils and try out making their own 3D anaglyph images by dddoodling on large strips of paper. The best dddoodles will then be posted on the walls.
Subsequent visitors will get to see the handiwork of previous dddoodlers and the top rated dddoodles will be printed in the January 2010 issue of Center News.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: 3D Center of Art & Photography 1928 NW Lovejoy Portland, OR 97239 Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sat 11-5 Sun 1-6 PHONE: 503-227-6667 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $5 adults (age 15 and over) Children free (under 15 years old)

DANCE

BodyVox presents Chronos/Kairos - BodyVox
The 12th season opens November 12 with Chronos/Kairos a retrospective of BodyVox work curated by artistic directors Ashley Roland and Jamey Hampton. The title reflects the pair's affinity for language as they define the show in Greek terms for time meaning chronology and timeliness. Since it's founding in 1997, BodyVox has premiered 158 new dances - Roland and Hampton will review the list and select dances from every year of the company's existence, ones that will best inhabit the BodyVox Dance Center's intimate studio performance space.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/12/09 - 12/05/09 LOCATION: BodyVox Dance Center 1201 NW 17th Ave Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.bodyvox.com PHONE: (503) 229-0627 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.bodyvox.com

ART MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

Bullseye Gallery presents Giles Bettison - Bullseye Gallery
Murrine technique master Giles Bettison presents glass works recalling lace and woven tapestries.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/03/09 - 12/29/09 LOCATION: Bullseye Gallery 300 N.W. 13th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10-5 RECEPTION: Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 5:30 – 7:30pm PHONE: 503-227-0222 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Bullseye Gallery presents Jessica Loughlin: Expanse - Bullseye Gallery
Serene, abstract, landscape-inspired glass works by one of Australia's most frequently lauded young artists.

EVENT DAY(S): 09/29/09 - 11/21/09 LOCATION: Bullseye Gallery 300 N.W. 13th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10-5 RECEPTION: Wednesday, September 30, 2009, 5:30 – 7:30pm PHONE: 503-227-0222 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Bullseye Gallery presents Solace Giles Bettison - Bullseye Gallery
Bullseye Gallery is pleased to announce its third solo exhibition of work by Giles Bettison on view from November 3 – December 29, 2009. Solace presents a selection of kilnformed glass wall panels and vessel forms inspired by the grand arches of Venetian architecture and the delicate patterns of lace textiles.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/03/09 - 12/31/09 LOCATION: Bullseye Gallery 300 N.W. 13th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10-5 Artist Reception Wednesday, November 4, 5:30 – 7:30 pm PHONE: 503-227-0222 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Chambers @ 916 presents Rachel Davis: Family Tree - Chambers @ 916
Family Tree, a series of watercolors on paper by Rachel Davis, explores a combination of architectural and botanical forms. The works take their visual language from Chinese vernacular architecture and the life cycles of a garden in a continuous loop of growth and decay. By combining the visible man-made world with the often invisible cellular world of plants, the paintings become a hybrid of both...

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 12/30/09 LOCATION: Chambers @ 916 916 NW Flanders Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-5:30 PHONE: 503-227-9398 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Charles A. Hartman Fine Art presents Scott Peterman: Selections 2004-2009 - Charles A Hartman Fine Art
Charles A. Hartman Fine Art is excited to present a selection of images by renowned photographer Scott Peterman. The exhibition exemplifies how the artist's sensitive eye informs his consistent aesthetics to reveal simplicity, mystery, and transcendent beauty amidst dramatically different landscapes.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/10/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: Charles A Hartman Fine Art 134 NW 8th Ave Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-6 PHONE: 503.287.3886 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Elements Glass Gallery & Studio Presents Portland’s Hot Glass Studio Artist Invitational - Elements Glass Gallery
On November 5, the North Pearl studio's creative thrust reaches new heights when it hosts the Portland Hot Glass Studio Artist Invitational, unveiling the collective work of twelve top talents in an exhilarating look at the state of the glass blowing art in the metro area. The collective includes Ana Obermayr, Andi Kovel, Andy Paiko, Justin Parker, Bryan Jablonski, Cheyenne Malcolm, Ken Peterson, Lynn Everett Read, Matt Clark, and Elements Glass owner/founders Ian Gilula and Aaron Frankel.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: Elements Glass Gallery 1979 NW Vaughn Street Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Mon-Sat 11-6 Sun 11-4 FIRST Thursday, November 5, 6-9PM PHONE: 503-228-0573 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Elizabeth Leach gallery presents Dianne Kornberg's India Tigers - Elizabeth Leach Gallery
The Elizabeth Leach Gallery is pleased to present Dianne Kornberg's India Tigers, a collection of photographs
of moths and butterflies from India, preserved in folded, triangular paper wrappings. Kornberg is known for her
rigorous, scientific photography of preserved animal and plant specimens. India Tigers also celebrates the
launch of Kornberg's most recent artist book, published by Franklin, Beedle & Associates, with essays by Clint
Wilour and Kim Stafford. A book launch will be held Friday, November 6th, from 6-8 pm.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: Elizabeth Leach Gallery 417 NW 9th Avenue Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 10:30-5:30 PHONE: 503.224.0521 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Elizabeth Leach gallery presents Willy Heeks Paintings - Elizabeth Leach Gallery
In November, Willy Heeks, a Rhode Island based painter and printmaker, will present a new exhibition of his
improvisational, layered, abstract expressionist-influenced paintings. Heeks has exhibited nationally and
internationally since the early 1970s, including several times at the Elizabeth Leach Gallery, most recently in 2007.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 01/02/10 LOCATION: Elizabeth Leach Gallery 417 NW 9th Avenue Portland, OR 97204 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 10:30-5:30 PHONE: 503.224.0521 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Imagine: 100 Years of Work from PNCA's Children's Art Archives - Pacific Northwest College of Art
Since the founding of Pacific Northwest College of Art (formerly the Museum Art School) in 1909, the College’s youth art programs have fostered generations of artists and designers. Join PNCA for a retrospective of work culled from the College’s extensive children’s art archive, capturing the true spirit and breadth of creativity.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/11/09 - 12/01/09 LOCATION: Pacific Northwest College of Art 1241 NW Johnson Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 9am-9pm PHONE: 503-226-4391 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Laura Russo Gallery presents Mary Josephson Beneath the Surface ; Kim Osgood Plenty - Laura Russo Gallery
Mary Josephson explores the urban human experience in relation to the longing we have for contact with the natural world. She utilizes painting, glass mosaic, and embroidery on felt to portray our experiences in a complex world.
Kim Osgood paints vibrant monotypes that reflect a vivid and spontaneous visual diary exploring landscape, still life and the flights of the imagination.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/05/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: Laura Russo Gallery 805 NW 21st Ave Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Fri 11-5:30 Sat 11-5 Join us for Artist Talks with Mary Josephson and Kim Osgood at the Laura Russo Gallery November 14, at 11:00 a.m. PHONE: 503 226-2754 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Museum of Contemporary Craft presents The Academy is Full of Craft - Museum of Contemporary Craft
Museum of Contemporary Craft maps craft's historic transition from industry to academia through works in the ceramics collection
Product design team Studio Gorm collaborates with the Museum to architect a visual timetable communicating major shifts in craft history

EVENT DAY(S): 07/28/09 - 01/09/10 LOCATION: Museum of Contemporary Craft 724 Northwest Davis Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 11-6 First Thurs 11-8 PHONE: 503-223-2654 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Museum of Contemporary Craft presents Transference - Museum of Contemporary Craft
Glass artist Andy Paiko and sound artist Ethan Rose reinterpret the short-lived glass armonica. . Portland-based artists Andy Paiko (glass) and Ethan Rose (sound/composition) collaborate to create a kinetic-sound installation reinterpreting the glass armonica, a nearly forgotten instrument. Through movement, light and music, Transference is an exploration of the material and aural properties of glass.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/19/09 - 01/09/10 LOCATION: Museum of Contemporary Craft 724 Northwest Davis Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-6 First Thursday 11-8 PHONE: 503.223.2654 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

New American Art Union presents Jim Lommasson Oaks Park Pentimento - New American Art Union
Jim Lommasson photographed the strange and beautiful paintings that decorated the center column of the historic carousel at Oaks Amusement Park. Pentimento is the reappearance in a painting of an underlying image that had been painted over.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/06/09 - 12/20/09 LOCATION: New American Art Union 922 SE Ankeny Street Portland, OR 97214 Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sun Noon-6 Reception this First Friday, the 6th of November: 6-9PM PHONE: 503-231-8294 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Oregon Jewish Museum presents Shirley Gittelsohn – Paintings and Reflections - Oregon Jewish Museum
Please join us for the Oregon Jewish Museum’s last exhibition in Old Town before we move to our new location at 1953 NW Kearney St. The exhibition pays tribute to one of Oregon’s most celebrated artists and the publication of her new book:
Shirley Gittelsohn –
Paintings and Reflections
The Artist will sign books on Sunday, November 8 
4:00-8:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/29/09 - 11/29/09 LOCATION: Oregon Jewish Museum 310 N.W. Davis Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Fri 10:30-3 Sun 1-4 The Artist will sign books on Sunday, November 8 4:00-8:00 PHONE: (503) 226-3600 ADMISSION/TICKETS: General admission $3 Museum members for free Group tours welcome by appointment

PDX Contemporary Art presents : Open Stacks - PDX Contemporary Art
An “unofficial” show, PDX will exhibit an interesting mix of various PDX artists in Open Stacks. This is an opportunity to view many of the hidden treasures that live in the gallery stacks; a peek behind the scenes.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/03/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: PDX Contemporary Across the Hall 929 NW Flanders Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-6 PHONE: 503-222-0063 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

PDX Contemporary Art presents Arnold J Kemp This Quiet Dust, Ladies and Gentlemen - PDX Contemporary Art
“This Quiet Dust, Ladies and Gentlemen” is an installation of the newest works by Arnold J.
Kemp. This will be Kemp’s first solo show in Portland since his inclusion in PICA’s TBA festival in 2007. The exhibition will feature several paintings made with black glitter, black paint and doll’s eyes on modestly sized linen supports as well as several photographic prints keyed to the tones of graphic drawings.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/03/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: PDX Contemporary Art 925 NW Flanders Street Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-6 PHONE: 503-222-0063 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

DANCE

Performance Works NW presents BANDAGE A KNIFE – Linda Austin Dance + Seth Nehil - Performance Works NorthWest
This evening-length theatrical performance, based on a “forgetting” of Seijun Suzuki’s 1967 cult classic movie Koroshi no Rakuin (Branded to Kill), will incorporate dance movement, projected image, live and recorded sound. Austin’s distinctive choreography is matched with Nehil’s evocative musique concrete, creating a place where the grotesque and the whimsical slide into each other, overlap and become confused.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/13/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: Performance Works Northwest 4625 SE 67th Avenue Portland, OR 97206 Map It!

HOURS: FRI Nov 13, 7pm & 9pm SAT Nov 14, 7pm & 9pm SUN Nov 15, 7pm THU Nov 19, 7pm FRI Nov 20, 7pm & 9pm SAT Nov 21, 7pm & 9pm SUN Nov 22, 7pm PHONE: 503-777-1907 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $10-$15 sliding scale Buy Tickets

ART MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

Portland Art Museum presents China Design Now - Portland Art Museum
China Design Now explores the recent explosion of critically compelling design and architecture projects created in China, contextualizing the impact of rapid economic development on these projects in the country’s major cities. This immersive, multi-sensory exhibition captures a dynamic phase in China, as it opens up to global influences and responds to the hopes and dreams of its new urban middle class.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/11/09 - 01/17/10 LOCATION: Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Avenue Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: Mon CLOSED Tue 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Fri 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sun 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM PHONE: 503.226.2811 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult - $15 (includes general admission Seniors (55+) and Students (18 and older with ID) - $12 (includes general admission)*

Portland Art Museum presents Raphael: The Woman with the Veil - Portland Art Museum
Don’t miss the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view Raphael’s renowned painting La Velata (The Woman with the Veil), opening October 24.

This single-painting exhibition brings one of the most important paintings of the Renaissance to Oregon for the first time. This extraordinary work is on loan from the Medici Collection of the Palatine Gallery, Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy and comes to Portland after more than a year of negotiations.

“This masterpiece has rarely left Italy. Unless you travel to Florence, you would otherwise not have the opportunity to view this important work,” says Brian Ferriso, The Marilyn H. and Dr. Robert B. Pamplin, Jr. Director.

EVENT DAY(S): 10/24/09 - 01/03/10 LOCATION: Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Avenue Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: Mon CLOSED Tue 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wed 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Fri 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sun 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM PHONE: 503.226.2811 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult - $17 (includes general admission and China Design Now)* Seniors (55+) and Students (18 and older with ID) - $14 (includes general admission and China Design Now)

Print Arts Northwest Gallery at the Washington County Museum presents Holiday Show & Sale - Print Arts Northwest
Print Arts Northwest is pleased to showcase many of its 120 artist members in a group salon style exhibit, beginning November 19th and continuing on through December and ending January 16th, 2010. The opening reception will be November 19th from 6-8pm, and will coincide with the opening of a new exhibit at the Washington County Museum called "Oregon is Indian Country".
PAN artists are committed to their art and the public will find professional work at reasonable prices in our small gallery located right inside the doors of the Washington County Museum.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/19/09 - 01/16/10 LOCATION: Washington County Museum Rock Creek Campus of Portland Community College 17677 NW Springville Rd Portland, OR 97229 Map It!

HOURS: 10-4 PHONE: 503-525-9259 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Quintana Galleries presents Coast Salish Nation Arists Andy and Ruth Wilbur Peterson - Quintana Galleries
New works by Skokomish Nation artist Andy Wilbur Peterson. Andy is known for his curvilinear and abstracted carvings in red cedar. This exhibition will feature his meticulously hand-carved bentwood boxes, cedar panels and prints. Andy’s wife, Ruth Wilbur Peterson, will also share some of their collaborative works in glass.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/07/09 - 12/31/09 LOCATION: Quintana Galleries 120 NW 9th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 10:30-5:30 Artists talk 1:00 pm Saturday, November 7th, 2009 PHONE: 503-223-1729 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

DANCE

Rose Quarter presents So You Think You Can Dance - Rose Quarter
Fans of America’s sizzling summer show, “So You Think You Can Dance,” can see their favorite stars perform live as the tour comes to the Rose Garden on Friday, November 20th. The show will feature hit routines from the TV show as well as original pieces created just for the tour.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/20/09 LOCATION: Rose Garden Arena One Center Court Portland, OR 97227 Map It!

HOURS: 7:30pm PHONE: 877.789.ROSE (7673) ADMISSION/TICKETS: $56.00, $48.50 & $38.50 Buy Tickets

Portland Ballet presents La Boutique Fantasque - Portland Ballet
The Portland Ballet and Portland State University Symphony Collaborate to Present a Very Special Ballet This Holiday Season
Now in its 7th year, The Portland Ballet's beloved production of La Boutique Fantasque has become a tradition for families throughout Portland. This year's presentation of La Boutique Fantasque with the Portland State University Symphony creates a family holiday outing that is truly unique.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/27/09 - 11/28/09 LOCATION: Portland Center for the Performing Arts 1111 SW Broadway Portland, OR 97205 Map It!

HOURS: 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. PHONE: 503.248.4335 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Adult $15 - $40, Child/Student $10 - $20, Senior (62+) $12 - $30

ART MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

Bullseye Gallery presents Mel George - Bullseye Gallery
Australian artist Mel George captures evocative, Polaroid-like memories and impressions in kilnformed glass.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/01/09 - 01/23/10 LOCATION: Bullseye Gallery 300 N.W. 13th Ave. Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: 10-5 RECEPTION: Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 5:30 – 7:30pm PHONE: 503-227-0222 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Charles A. Hartman Fine Art is pleased to present Nudes by Jason Langer - Charles A Hartman Fine Art
Charles A. Hartman Fine Art is pleased to present Nudes, the latest body of work by Portland-based photographer Jason Langer. Taking the most frequently represented subject in artistic works, Langer’s lens presents the female body in contexts that pivot from a photo essay of erotica, to a collection of snapshots found in a voyeur’s diary, to a candid moment summoned from a lover’s memory. In each instance, Langer casually confronts the viewer with private, poetic moments of physical intimacy.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/02/09 - 01/30/10 LOCATION: Charles A Hartman Fine Art 134 NW 8th Ave Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Sat 11-6 PHONE: 503.287.3886 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

DANCE

White Bird Uncaged presents Daniel Léveillé Danse - White Bird Dance
Based in Montreal, Daniel Léveillé has created compelling dance admired by international critics for its power and provactive expressionism. His dancers are nude, yet his work is leaps beyond mere sensationalism. Daniel Léveillé is searching for something deeper: the elemental, unadorned purity of bodies in motion. Every movement, every pose exposes the human effort and frailty that brings motion to life as muscles flex, twist, and stretch.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/02/09 - 12/06/09 LOCATION: TBA TBA Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 8pm all days Dec 6 2pm matinee PHONE: 503.245.1600 ADMISSION/TICKETS: www.whitebird.org

ART MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

23 Sandy Gallery presents The Assignment - 23 Sandy Gallery
A national, juried exhibition of book arts organized in conjunction with the annual meeting of the College Book Art Association in Portland. This exhibit features book arts related artworks including artist books, sculptural books, book objects and altered books.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/03/09 - 01/09/10 LOCATION: 23 Sandy Gallery 623 N.E. 23rd Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: Thurs-Sat 12-6 PHONE: 503.927.4409 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

First Thursday Gallery Walk - First Thursday
The art galleries in downtown Portland, Oregon, invite you to join them on the "First Thursday" of every month for an evening of art, wine and music. Walk from gallery to gallery to view all of the new art exhibits. Generally the hours are 6pm to 9pm, but please check each gallery's website for more information and to view other artists works that they represent.

EVENT DAY(S): 08/06/09 - 07/01/10 LOCATION: Various Portland Locations Check Website Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.firstthursday.com PHONE: see website ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Laura Russo Gallery presents Manuel Izquierdo & David Schwarz - Laura Russo Gallery
In a memorial exhibition honoring the late Manuel Izquierdo, the gallery will
feature a selection of distinctive sculptures and works on paper from the estate.
Glass artist David Schwarz is fascinated with the use of optics and perspective.
His unique blown glass sculptures capture the eye and fascinate the mind.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/03/09 - 12/24/09 LOCATION: Laura Russo Gallery 805 NW 21st Ave Portland, OR 97209 Map It!

HOURS: Tues-Fri 11-5:30 Sat 11-5 PHONE: 503-226-2754 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Portland Art Dealers Association First Thursday - Portland Art Dealers Association
All PADA members host monthly exhibitions with opening receptions and extended hours on the First Thursday of each month.

The Portland Art Dealers Association, PADA, includes the city's foremost art galleries, committed to representing the highest standards of fine art.

EVENT DAY(S): 09/03/09 - 06/03/10 LOCATION: Various Portland Locations Check Website Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.padaoregon.org PHONE: see website ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

Oregon College of Art and Craft presents OCAC Faculty Biennial - Oregon College of Art & Craft
This biennial exhibition offers an opportunity to see new work created by the OCAC degree program faculty, whose members are working studio artists exhibiting both regionally and nationally

EVENT DAY(S): 12/04/09 - 01/28/10 LOCATION: Oregon College of Art & Craft 8245 SW Barnes Road Portland, OR 97225 Map It!

HOURS: Daily 10-5 Opening reception Thursday, December 3, 4:00-7:00pm PHONE: 503.297.5544 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Admission is free

DANCE

Northwest Dance Project presents Waltzing + Wassailing - Northwest Professional Dance Project
Here we come a-wassailing! Join the Northwest Dance Project and the Vagabond Opera for a wonderful holiday evening of dance, song and music!

Waltzing + Wassailing will premiere new works from Portland-based choreographers created on our extraordinarily talented Project Company as the Vagabond Opera plays live.

EVENT DAY(S): 12/18/09 - 12/19/09 LOCATION: Northwest Dance Project Studio 833 N Shaver Street Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 7 PM + 9 PM PHONE: 503.828.8285 ADMISSION/TICKETS: $27 Advance (no service fees) Buy Tickets

FILM

Experience New Moon - Experience Twilight
Thursday November 19th Saint Helens, Oregon is home to the Twilight saga again. A four-day movie release party, Experience New Moon kicks off with a VIP party at the Columbia Theater at 212 S 1st Street in St. Helens.

Fans can spend the weekend with other Twilight fans in the original movie locations. Some of the more notable scenes from the movie … the Swan house, Bella and Edward's first date, the bookstore and dress shop in Port Angeles… were filmed in Saint Helens. A scene of Edward playing piano for Bella and a Forks High School office scene were also filmed in Saint Helens. The main street of Vernonia was downtown Forks, WA and also home to the Forks Police Station.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/19/09 - 11/22/09 LOCATION: St. Helens 30 miles northwest of Portland along Highway 30 St. Helens, OR Map It!

HOURS: www.experiencenewmoon.com PHONE: See website ADMISSION/TICKETS: See website

Portland Art Museum presents 24 City - Portland Art Museum
This film is presented in conjunction with the China Design Now exhibit at the Portland Art Museum. Zhang Ke’s cameras capture the last days of a storied airplane factory in Chengdu, Sichuan, by zeroing in on the people who used to work there—and the people who will move into the new apartments that will take its place—making palpable both irretrievable loss and irresistible progress.

EVENT DAY(S): 11/22/09 LOCATION: Whitsell Auditorium 1219 SW Park Avenue Portland, OR Map It!

HOURS: 4:30pm PHONE: 503-226-2811 ADMISSION/TICKETS: Free for members or with Museum admission. Film only: $8 general, $7 students and seniors.