Portland Area Newsletter and Planner

LAVENDER FESTIVAL
Featuring a beautiful setting with views of Willamette Valley. Lovely cutting fields of a large variety of lavender and demonstrations of distillation of lavender oil. Gorgeous landscaping, including a pond with a waterfall. A new terraced area featuring display gardens of many lavender plants and other perennials, all plainly labeled. A lush private garden is open to the public during the festival. Artistic vendors with unique goods, lavender products and booths featuring Ukrainian art and culture. Food vendor with lavender-themed items as well as delicious lunch choices. Kids' play area with the famous slide, fishing, target shooting, face painting and other activities kids love. A variety of local musicians, including Ukrainian singers. Your admission fee supports Samaritan Ministries in Ukraine in the war effort, plus several other international nonprofits.

LAVENDER FESTIVAL AT WAYWARD WINDS
Lavender Festival at Wayward Winds. Experience an abundance of fragrant and beautiful lavender at one of the largest fields in Oregon. Enjoy award-winning essential oils, plants, the lavender maze, and more. Shop the store for culinary, home and body care while sipping refreshments. Free admission for the whole family.

FIRST FRIDAY PDX
Located in Portland’s vibrant East Side Arts District, the First Friday Art Walk takes place on the first Friday evening of every month year-round. Offering a gateway into Portland’s thriving arts culture, First Friday PDX includes more than 23 independent galleries, shops, and studios and a street exhibition from April to October. The self-guided tour is free and open to locals and visitors. Some galleries you can visit during First Friday include The East Creative Collective,  Splendorporium, Sidestreet Arts, Earth Space PDX, Bite Studio, ADX (Art Design Xchange), and many more. 

OREGON COUNTRY FAIR
Delight in the Oregon Country Fair's world-class entertainment, handmade crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprises at every turn of the path. The Oregon Country Fair is nestled in a wooded setting 13 miles west of Eugene, Ore., and offers an other-worldly path ambiance, parades and more. The Oregon Country Fair creates events and experiences that nourish the spirit, explore living artfully and authentically on Earth, and transform culture in magical, joyous and healthy ways.

NOTE: Tickets are not available at the fair; they must be purchased in advance.

ROSE CUP RACES
Join this summer for the 2023 Rose Cup Races presented by Avant-Garde Collection on July 8th and 9th at Portland International Raceway (PIR). Fans from across the country will gather to enjoy high-speed racing by seven different race groups, special salutes to the cars, exhibits, displays, vendors and more. Presented by Friends of PIR, the Rose Cup Races was the first major event held at PIR in 1961. Gates open at 7:30 a.m. daily, with cars on course daily by 9 a.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday; races run until late afternoon. 

PEDALPALOOZA
Whether you’re a cycling fanatic, an occasional cruiser or just a lover of fun events, Pedalpalooza has something for you. Held all over Portland, this bike- and fun-focused festival celebrates summer’s arrival with over 100 rides throughout town.

Don’t know where to start? Why not start at the yearly Kickoff Ride at the beginning of the festivities? Dress up you and your bike and take to the streets to celebrate biking and the community. You can also Head to Portland’s verdant Gateway Green, Portland’s very first cycling park. Or join the thousands of riders who cycle through the city in the buff during the World Naked Bike Ride.

REMBRANDT AND THE JEWS
The relationship Rembrandt had with the Jews of Amsterdam reveals a remarkable story. Most Amsterdam Jews were Sephardic – refugees from the Inquisition in Spain and Portugal. For generations, these Jews had been forced to deny their religious legacy, but in Amsterdam, they were free to reclaim traditions and return to their Judaism. Rembrandt lived in Amsterdam’s prosperous Jewish neighborhood. In his interpretation of Protestant Old Testament narratives, he consulted Jewish theologians for a nuanced perspective of these familiar subjects. He also painted and etched portraits of prominent Jews.  The exhibition will include 22 etchings by Rembrandt and one drawing by Pieter Lastman. The exhibition has been organized by the Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art and will be accompanied by Memories of Amsterdam and paintings by Henk Pander

BEAUTIFICA 360
Beautifica 360 follows the No.1 fastest-selling full-dome music experience of all time, Mesmerica 360. Behind both is the inspiration of visionary composer James Hood and some of the world’s finest motion animators. Comprising a 360° journey through worlds real and imagined, the show is designed to promote joy with fantastic imagery in a full-dome planetarium experience. In short, Beautifica is a celebration of life. The last few years have been an extremely challenging and fearful time for humankind. Following the success of Mesmerica, which had truly captivated and delighted its audiences, it was time for James to go deeper as both an artist and composer. What could assist humanity in recovering from the profound effects of a global pandemic and lockdown? His answer was Beautifica. "I would like to invite you to join me on this adventure. Come celebrate the Beautifica of being alive!"- James Hood.Beautifica is the perfect night out and family event with a running time of 60 minutes.

ZOO NIGHTS
Nothing says summer in Portland like a warm evening outdoors with good food and live entertainment. On several evenings throughout the summer, the Oregon Zoo hosts Zoo Nights. : evenings filled with local music, food carts, activities for all ages, and the chance to get to know some of the animals active during twilight hours.

ALBANY FARMER'S MARKET
Founded in 1978, the Albany Farmers’ Market is the oldest continuously operated open-air farmers’ market in Oregon. Located in the City Hall parking lot and on an adjacent street that fronts the Linn County Courthouse, the market offers visitors an abundance of fresh, locally sourced food. From ripe, juicy produce to artisanal cheeses and freshly baked bread, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The market also features the Power of Produce Club, a kids’ program for ages 5-12 that provides hands-on educational activities and promotes healthy eating habits. Although the market has evolved over the years, it continues to honor its roots and celebrate the community’s deep connection to the land. So whether you’re a longtime resident or just passing through, come experience the magic of the Albany Farmers’ Market for yourself.

MONTAVILLA FARMERS MARKET
Neighborhood farmers market featuring local farms, distilleries, coffee, bakeries, flowers, hot food vendors and more.  The market was founded by a grassroots collection of neighbors who were inspired by visions of a fresh, local, food market in a shared community space within the growing SE Stark Street business district. This dedicated group opened the market in just 10 short months with a small amount of grant funds and a generous outpouring of donations from local businesses, friends and neighbors. The tireless energy of these un-paid visionaries and countless other volunteers allowed MFM to open its first market on Sunday, July 22, 2007, with 17 vendors and over 2000 visitors. Montavilla Farmers Market is a thriving, diverse marketplace where all are welcome.

PORTLAND NIGHT MARKET
The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Meet some of Portland's best makers and creators. With almost 200 hundred makers, the Night Market offers food carts, drinks, clothing, lifestyle goods, home goods, body care and art. The Portland Night Market is a FREE quarterly event open to all ages. 

FARMERS MARKET AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
The Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University will be open every Saturday, year-round. April through October hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through March hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Market at PSU is located in Downtown Portland in the South Park Blocks between SW College & Montgomery Streets.

HOLLYWOOD FARMERS MARKETS
Year-round on Saturdays, the Hollywood Farmers Markets hosts 50+ vendors, bringing you the best of the region’s agricultural bounty. In addition to amazingly fresh, local food,  you’ll find live music, children’s activities, and fun events throughout the season.

• April through September, every Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM,
• October and November, every Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM,, and
• December through March: 9 AM to 1PM on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month

OPEN HOUSE
SUNDAY JULY 9 FROM 1-3PM
1469 SW Gabriel St
Tigard, OR 97224

IMPROVED PRICE: $695,000!!!