Senior Movie Night in the Park

Where: Portland Memory Garden
              SE 104th & Powell Blvd
When:  Tuesday, August 24, 2010 Wheelchair Accesible

Featuring “That’s Entertainment” with Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby, Gene Kelly and directed by Jack Haley Jr. Join us for a night out in the park! Bring your friends, family, blanket and a picnic basket to enjoy live entertainment, free popcorn, and an outdoor movie.  

Resource Fair 5pm – 7:30pm
Opening Act—The Sounds of Rayvis (Elvis) 7pm
Raffle drawings— 7:45pm Movie starts at dusk (approximately 8pm) This event is Disability Friendly.  Bring dinner and drinks, blankets and/or chairs for seating and make this an “oldfashioned outdoor movie” event.

Get more information at www.seniormovienight.com  

The Senior Resource Fair is sponsored by Providence ElderPlace, Retirement Connection and Metropolitan Senior Network and will feature resources for seniors including housing, medical care, insurance options and much more.

5th Annual Portland Brain Tumor Walk

National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS) is a nonprofit organization that brings together the best in brain tumor research and supportive patient services.  NBTS will host a special upcoming event in Portland for people dealing with brain tumor disease.

Here are the details and contact information:

Who:  National Brain Tumor Society, East Coast Office, 124 Watertown Street , Suite 2D, Watertown , MA 02472

What:  5th Annual Portland Brain Tumor Walk

Where:  Willamette Park , 6599 SW Beaver Ave. (on Nebraska St. off SW Macadam Ave.), Portland, OR 97239

When:  Saturday, August 28, 2010; registration 8-9 AM; program & activities 9 AM - Noon.

Fees:  $50 for adults; $25 for ages 6-17; free for ages 5 & under.  Fee includes food, beverages, and full access to event activities.  Pre-register to receive an event t-shirt.

Description:  The Portland Brain Tumor Walk is an inspirational, all-ages fundraising walk and community day to support the brain tumor cause.  Form a team of family, friends and co-workers and help make a difference in the fight against brain tumors!  Optional 5K walk (wheelchair & stroller accessible) with food, music, prizes and more!  For information and to register online, visit www.PortlandWalk.org or call toll-free 1.866.455.3214.

Pete's Cruise In - Car Show Fundraiser

Event: Pete’s Cruise In – Car show fundraiser to benefit the Oregon City High School Band and Flag Team.

Time: Saturday, September 4th,  10 am – 3 pm

Location: Oregon City Shopping Center on McLoughlin Blvd (99E)

What: H.O.P.E., so bring your canned food to help feed the hungry.

Website for registration and vendor/sponsor information: petescruisein.wordpress.com

Historic Uptown Village Presents It's 2nd Annual First Firday Event: CRAFT IN THE VILLAGE

Vancouver’s Historic Uptown Village announces that it’s 2nd Annual CRAFT IN THE VILLAGE will take place on every First Friday between May - September from 4pm to 8pm. (May 7th, June 4th, July 2nd, August 5th and September 3rd.)

Musicians, Artists, Crafts and Food vendors will set up on the sidewalks while many merchants will host special sales and entertainment for the event.

It is a FREE and FUN way to get out and explore a great neighborhood shopping district with friends and/or family.

The Uptown Village is located just North of downtown Vancouver, centered around Main Street between Mill Plain and Fourth Plain Blvds.

Vendor Contact: Liz Halili: Oneworldmerchants@gmail.com

Media Contact: Arlene Bond: Uptownattic@comcast.net

Oregon Dog Rescue

Oregon Dog Rescue adoption events take place every Saturday from 11:00 am-5:00 pm at TualatinPETSMART! You can read about Oregon Dog Rescue, upcoming events and the dogs on line at www.oregondogrescue.org  

New Dogs are added during the week so check back often.  If you are interested in volunteering or being a foster parent, please visit us on Saturday and talk to us about opportunities or you can email broach@prunw.com for more information or to be added to their newsletter.

To submit a community event Click Here.