Oregon

 Remember visiting Grandma’s house as a kid, and eating huckleberry jam?  Relive those berry memories at the Mt. Hood Huckleberry Festival and Barlow Trail Days.  Celebrate all that Mt. Hood has to offer, and learn the history that brought it to you.   

When-August 22-24, 2008

Where-Mt Hood Village and RV Resort*6500 East Hwy 26

Near Brightwood Village

What will be there-

• Arts and Crafts
• Music
• Huckleberry Pancake Feed
• Salmon Bake BBQ
• Tours and Storytelling
• Huckleberry Jams and Shakes
• Watermelon Launch(Who doesn’t like a good watermelon launch?)
• Exhibits
• Fresh Huckleberries

This event is sponsored by the Cascade Geographic Society who also remembers Grandma’s huckleberry jam.

This event is free to get in.

For more information, contact (503)622-4798

  August is an exciting month for the city of Gresham, Oregon!

 Starting Friday, August 1, Pictures in the Park, Household of Faith Community Church, JAB Media, and Main City Park will be hosting Drive-In Theatre-Pictures in the Park.  Pack the family, some snacks, and a blanket, jackets, and head on down to Main City Park. 

This event is free thanks to Household of Faith Community Church and JAB Media.  Movies start at 8:00 PM, but get there early enough to get a good seat.

Popcorn and soda will be served to everyone at no charge.

If there is rain, the movie will be cancelled.

For movie information, check out Pictures In The Park on the web.

 It’s finally here, Red Bull’s Flugtag 2008!  On August 2, 2008, awesome human-powered hand-made flying machines will launch from 30 feet above the Willamette River at Tom McCall Waterfront Park.  Flugtag means “flying day” in German, but sadly, most machines will plummet to the water with a splash and the roar of the crowd.  Do not fear brave Flugtag flyers, creations are judged on creativity and showmanship as well as length of flight.

More than 50,000 spectators flooded Tom McCall Waterfront Park in 2004 for Red Bull’s Flugtag, and Portland expects this year’s Flugtag to be even bigger.  Gates open at 11 am, and the first flight leaves the platform at 1 pm.  The best thing about Flugtag, next to seeing a flying bowl of salsa dump into the Willamette River, is that it’s FREE!  Come early to get a good spot!

For more information, or to check out the teams that will be flying-or falling at Portland 2008 Red Bull Flugtag Event

 Coffee people everywhere will be excited to know that if they’re in Gresham, Oregon between Monday, July 21^st and Sunday July 27^th, Caffeinated

Culture, at 64 NE Burnside Rd will be having their Grand Opening.

With coffee being mass produced by faceless people in franchise coffee shops, it’s a breath of fresh air to stop in where they know your name, and care about your drink.

All week long, Caffeinated Culture Coffee Co. will be running promotions such as:

• Every cup of coffee will have a surprise on the bottom all week long
• Drinks purchased during Happy Hour(11am-2pm) will enter you in two drawings for $30 coffee cards
• Get two free drinks when you add $30 to a pre-paid coffee card(normally it would be one)

If you want a good cup of coffee with the best service around, get your buzz on at Caffeinated Culture Coffee Co, where Mondays are always double stamp days, and an answer to the daily trivia question will give you an extra stamp no matter what day it is. 

 For more information, call (503)669-8300

Are you looking for something fun and unique to do this summer?  Something you can take the kids to, enjoy a date night, or plan a get together with friends to do?  Is some one you know getting married, or buying a new home, and you want to get them something tailor made to them?  Check out Ready Paint Fire at 529 NW 13^th Avenue in Portland.  When you first arrive, choose from over 200 different pottery designs, and use Ready Paint Fire’s colors and tools to create something personal and creative.  Ready Paint Fire is also offering Mosaics that you can make and take home the very same day.

Don’t think you have the creativity to paint pottery?  Ready Paint Fire offers assistance to individuals who may be unconfident, or in an artistic slump.  There’s no reason not to go see the folks at Ready Paint Fire.

It’s fun, relaxing, and great for killing summer boredom.  Keep them in mind for that perfect Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, wedding, anniversary, birthday, housewarming, or any other gift giving occasion.  No one will duplicate your one-of-a-kind creation. 

For more information about Ready Paint Fire, contact George or Joni Kuhlman at readypaintfire@yahoo.com or call (503)227-0257.  Find them on the web at Ready Paint Fire - A Pottery Painting Place.

   The 2008 Gorge Games will be held along the scenic Columbia Rive Gorge in Oregon July 17-20^th.  World class athletes come to compete against pristine backdrops in events such as mountain biking, sailing, kiteboarding, adventure racing, running, riverboarding, kayaking, skateboarding, and windsurfing.  In its fourteenth year, the Gorge Games promise to be a spectacular spectacle with events from Cascade Locks to The Dalles on both sides of the Oregon/Washington border.

Wind events, Downtown Hood River Events, Children and Adult Classes, and the All Ages Adventure Experience kick off the games on Thursday, July 17^th with Competitive Sports Events starting Friday.  Check out the calendar of events at   The Official Gorge Games Site - Calendar of Events.

Want to be part of the action without participating in an event?  The Gorge Games wouldn’t be possible without its volunteers who assist in every aspect of running the games.  Volunteer perks include a t-shirt, goody bag, an invitation to a volunteer appreciation lunch, and one day’s admission to the Gorge Games.  For more information on how to become a Gorge Game Volunteer, go to The Official Gorge Games Site - Volunteer Information page.

Tickets for the 2008 Gorge Games are $35.00 plus fees for an adult 4-day pass, and child(ages 5-12) day passes are $8.00 plus fees.  For purchasing information, go to the TicketsWest.com Online Ticket Office.

65,000 people are expected to pour into the

Hillsboro
Airport from August 8-10^th for the 2008 Oregon International Air Show.  See the latest in aviation, meet the people who make it happen, and watch the performers dance across the sky.

Tickets are on sale now. 

General Admission (no seat included) - See the action from the general admission area near the flightline, entertainment, and concessions.  Bring a chair or blanket.  Advance prices for General Admission are $15.00 per adult and $10.00 per child ages 6-12.  Children under six are free.  If you wait to purchase them after Thursday, August 7^th, prices will increase $5.00 per ticket.

Reserved Seats (seat included)-Reserve a seat on the flightline and enjoy access to concessions and entertainment.  You may not bring a stroller into the reserved area, and children not holding tickets will not have a seat.  Purchase prices of Reserved Seats are:

• Friday Night-$10.00 per adult, $15.00 if purchased after August 7^th.  One child age 2-12 ticket is free with the purchase of an adult ticket.  Additional children ages 2-12 are $5.00.  If purchased after August 7^th, each child ticket is $10.00, and there are no free child tickets.  Children under 2 are free.
• Saturday and Sunday-Advanced purchase prices for adults are $20.00, and for seniors and children ages 2-12 are $15.00.  Children under 2 are free, but will have no seat.  Tickets purchased after August 7^th will be $5.00 more per ticket.

Private Flightline Box Seats-This is the perfect choice for large groups.  The boxes are right along the flightline, and strollers are allowed.  Prices for Private Box Seats are:

• Friday night only-$130.00 for ten tickets
• Friday night and Sunday-$330.00 for 20 tickets(ten per show)
• Saturday and Sunday-$225.00 for ten tickets
• Saturday and Sunday-$450.00 for 20 tickets(ten per show)

President’s Club Chalet-These are the best seats in the airport.  The chalet is on the center of the flightline, and tickets include VIP access to

Chalet
Village, where you can enjoy the show from a covered area with tables, chairs, food, and drinks.  Prices for the President’s Club Chalet are:

• Friday Night-Adults are $65.00 and children ages 2-12 are $25.00. 
• Saturday-Adults are $80.00 and children ages 2-12 are $35.00
• Sunday-Adults are $80.00 and children ages 2-12 are $35.00
• Children under 2 are free, but a meal is not included

Corporate Discount Packages for the President’s Club Chalet:

• Friday Night-$1,100.00 for 20 tickets to the President’s Club Chalet
• Saturday OR Sunday-$1,300.00 for 20 tickets to the President’s Club Chalet

To purchase tickets by phone, call 1(888)695-0888

Florence, Oregon

• Four Days of 4^th of July-will be the name of the celebration this year, with festivities beginning July 2^nd through July 5^th.  All of Florence will be decorated in red, white, and blue down to the flowers.  Local shops will extend their house and offer specials.
• Wednesday, July 2^nd-The Oregon Coast International Dancers are going to be performing folk dancing, and also offering instruction for the first hour.  Dancers will be on the boardwalk from 7-9pm.  The cost to the public is free for all ages.
• John Denver Tribute Concert by Jim Curry-The John Denver Tribute Concert will begin on Thursday, July 3^rd at 7pm at the Florence Events Center.  For ticket information, call (541)997-1994.
• Arts and Crafts Show-On Saturday, July 5^th from 9am-5pm, the Florence Arts & Crafts Association will be having a show featuring all forms of art and a raffle.  All raffle items have been donated by the Florence Arts & Crafts Association.  The cost to the public is free.
• Sternwheeler Fireworks Cruise-July 4^th, the Sternwheeler will be offering a fireworks cruise on the river.  For more information, call (541)997-3128.
• Live Music-Old Town will be bursting with life as live music fills the air. 
• Pie and Watermelon Eating Contest-SPLASH! will be hosting an all-you-can-eat pie and watermelon eating contest in the Gazebo Park in Old Town Florence at lunchtime.  All ages are welcome to participate, and it costs nothing.  Call SPLASH! Ahead of time for more details at (541)997-7598.

• Fireworks-Fireworks will be held on both July 3^rd, and July 4^th just after dusk.  They will be launched from a barge in the Siuslaw River, but will be best seen from the boardwalk.  Get there early and bring a blanket and some snacks.
• Can’t find it?  Check Google Maps Florence, Oregon.

Lincoln
City

*The events in each city will be on July 4th unless otherwise noted.

• Moe’s-If you’re looking for a larger fireworks display, head out to Taft onSiletz
  Bay.  Enjoy a bowl of Moe’s famous clam chowder, or cook over the bonfire. 
• Over 21 party-There’s a party at Roadhouse 101 before and after the fireworks display, but only if you’re over 21.  Drink responsibly.
• Fireworks Display-The fireworks will launch overSiletz
  Bay at dusk.
• For more information, call (800)452-2151
• Can’t find it? 
  Check Google Maps Lincoln City, Oregon

Gleneden
Beach-

• 4^th of July Pancake Breakfast-Join the folks at the Gleneden Beach Community Center from 8-11 am for all the pancakes you can eat, along with scrambled eggs, sausage or ham, orange juice, and coffee.  Admission is $5.00 for adults, $2.50 for children 4-10, and free for the little ones. 

• Craft Fair-Explore the booths of over 40 vendors showing their stuff.  There will be music, clowns, food, and more.  For more information, contact Louise at (541)764-3203
• Parade- Find a spot along
  
  Gleneden Beach Loop Road

  to watch the biggest little parade celebration.  The parade starts at the Fire Hall.  It includes floats, and even a marching band.  For more information, call (800)428-5533

• Can’t find it? 
  Check Google Maps Gleneden Beach, Oregon

Depoe
Bay

• The festivities inDepoe
  Bay will be held July 3^rd, 2008.

• Shuttle bus-Don’t avoid watching the fireworks shoot overBoiler
  Bay because you’re worried about parking.  There will be a shuttle running on Hwy 101 between the Whistle Stop gas station and the park.  There will be 11 stops along the way, and they will be clearly marked with signs.  The shuttle will run from 5pm to 11pm.
• Riptide BBQ-One of the stops along the shuttle route is Riptide BBQ, which will sell lunch boxes for the park, and will remain open after the fireworks.
• Depoe
  Bay Winery-The Depoe Bay Winery will remain open after the fireworks.  For more info call (541)765-3311
• Fireworks-The fireworks display will be exploding at dusk fromBoiler
  Bay.  There will be concessions, or pack some of your own goodies, and enjoy the show!
• For more information call (877)485-8348
• Can’t find it? 
  Check Google Maps Depoe Bay, Oregon

Newport

• Newport Symphony Orchestra-The Newport Symphony Orchestra will be holding a free concert at 4pm atNewport
  High school.  There is no cost for this concert.
• Fireworks-Newport’s fireworks will be shot overYaquina
  Bay.  Find your spot along the bay front,South
  Beach, or down river to watch the extravaganza.  In honor of
  Newport’s 125 years, the grand finale will include 125 explosions.
• For more information, call (541)265-8801
• July 5^th, 2008-Stay for the whole weekend, and experience the Nye Beach Clambake and Seafood BBQ.  There will be food, live music, dancing, children’s parade, vendors, and tons of fun.  A free shuttle will run from the Nye Beach Turnaround to the parking areas at the Clambake.  It’s sure to be a memory maker.
• Can’t find it? Check Google Maps Newport, Oregon

Waldport

• Fireworks-The big show happens over Alsea
  Bay July 3^rd, 2008 at dusk.  Get there early to get a good spot.
• Can’t find it? Check Google Maps Waldport, Oregon

Yachats

• Parade-Kick off Independence Day with the 13^th annual Yachats “La De Da” Parade.  The parade will start at the Yachats Commons on W 4^th Street and Hwy 101 at noon, and will head west on 4^th Street to Ocean View Drive, and finally it will turn south and east to Beach Street where it will end at the Yachats Post Office.  A little bird told me to get there early to get the best spot on the lawn ofYachats
  State Park at the west end of
  
  2^nd Street

  . 

• Pie and Ice Cream Social-From 11am-3pm, the Yachats Ladies Club will host an old fashioned Pie and Ice Cream Social on W 3^rd and Pontiac, one block west on 3^rd off of Hwy 101.
• 2^nd Annual Duck for Kids Race-1,000 rubber duckies will be dropped from theYachats
  River
  Bridge at 2:30pm.  Why?  They’re racing, of course!  Watch from the beach below as the rubber duckies fight for the winning spot in this year’s race.  The first ones across the finish line will win prizes.  How can you get a duckie, you ask?  Call (541)563-4898.  You can sponsor a duck for $5.00, or three for $10.00.  All proceeds will support Yachats Youth and Family Activities Programming.  For more information, call (541)547-4599.
• Wine Tasting-The Wine Place will have wine tasting from 1-5pm.
• Music, Dancing, and Vendors-There will be live music, dancing, belly dancing, food, vendors, and events all day all throughout town. 
• Fireworks-When the sun goes down, the fireworks go up overYachats
  Bay.  The show will be the perfect topper for the event filled day.
• Can’t find it?  Check Google Maps Yachats, Oregon