Month: April 2021

Stream an opera filmed at the Museum of Flight in Tukwila April 23-25

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The Museum of Flight in Tukwila, Washington, where the Seattle Opera filmed Flight (photo by Cheryl Landes) That headline is not a misprint! Opera lovers and the curious can stream this groundbreaking performance from anywhere Friday-Sunday, April 23-25. Flight is performed by members of the Seattle Opera. It's inspired by a true story of a … Continue reading Stream an opera filmed at the Museum of Flight in Tukwila April 23-25

Oregon Country Fair to host a virtual event for second year in a row

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Hand-dipped ice cream from a previous Oregon Country Fair in Veneta, Oregon (photo by Ben Nieves) For the first 49 years of its existence, the Oregon Country Fair drew thousands of people to a large field west of Eugene to enjoy live entertainment, food, and crafts. Last year, the fair celebrated its 50th anniversary by … Continue reading Oregon Country Fair to host a virtual event for second year in a row

2021 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival a virtual, drive-by celebration

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The 2021 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival in Astoria, Oregon, will be a combination of virtual and drive-by events due to the ongoing safety concerns from the coronavirus pandemic. The festival is scheduled Friday-Sunday, June 18-20. Events listed on the festival's website as of today include: Coronation of the queen on Friday, June 18Flag raising on … Continue reading 2021 Astoria Scandinavian Midsummer Festival a virtual, drive-by celebration

Cook delicious meals virtually with two professional chefs on April 24

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Unleash the foodie within you on Saturday, April 24, at a virtual event where you can cook with two professional chefs and support the American Liver Foundation. At Cuisine for a Cause, you'll follow step-by-step insructions from these two top chefs to prepare two different recipes: Chef Gordon Maybury from the JW Marriott Miami Tumberry … Continue reading Cook delicious meals virtually with two professional chefs on April 24

Free performances in downtown Eugene celebrate National Dance Week, April 19-23

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A series of free lunchtime and evening performances celebrate National Dance Week in Eugene, Oregon, from Monday-Friday, April 19-23. The lunchtime performances are scheduled daily at 11:30 a.m.-noon in Kesey Square, 10 East Broadway. On Friday, April 23, Downtown Dances features performance in alleys, on street corners, and in plazas throughout downtown Eugene from 5 … Continue reading Free performances in downtown Eugene celebrate National Dance Week, April 19-23

More locations added for the Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru

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Life-size dinosaurs on display at the Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds in Canby, Oregon Photos by Cheryl Landes Update, July 12, 2021 More new dates and locations have been added: Washington Square Mall, 9585 SW Washington Square Road in Portland, Friday-Sunday, July 16-18 and Thursday-Sunday, July 22-25. Hours are 2-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday … Continue reading More locations added for the Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru

Eugene Ballet hosts free dance class April 20

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Image by geralt, courtesy Pixabay National Dance Week is April 16-25. To celebrate, the Eugene Ballet is hosting a free dance class on Tuesday, April 20, from 10 to 11 a.m. Lyn Burg teaches this intermediate level class that blends several dance styles: jazz, musical theatre, hip hop, salsa, lyrical, Irish African, Indian, Reggaeton, funk, … Continue reading Eugene Ballet hosts free dance class April 20

The upper garden now open at Leach Botanical Garden

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A scene at the Leach Botanical Garden in Portland, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) The upper garden at the Leach Botanical Garden has reopened for visitors with limitations due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic: Timed tickets must be purchased online.Masks must be worn in the garden.Keep a six-foot distance from people who are not in … Continue reading The upper garden now open at Leach Botanical Garden

Support Camas restaurants by taking the Trails to Tables Challenge May 1-June 30

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Southwestern Washingtonians and visitors: Get outdoors this summer and you might win a prize! From May 1 until June 30, the Downtown Camas Association is hosting the Trails to Tables to Challenge. Here's how it works: On May 1, download your Trails to Tables passport here.Hike five trails and eat at five different downtown Camas … Continue reading Support Camas restaurants by taking the Trails to Tables Challenge May 1-June 30

New Third Thursday event starts tonight in downtown Camas

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Image by Bonifacio Cambongga from Pixabay Third Thursday kicks off tonight in downtown Camas, Washington. These monthly events are similar to the First Fridays here, except with "more of a 'grown up' vibe," according to the Downtown Camas Association. After-hours shopping, dining, and sipping are among the highlights. Special activities and menus will be featured … Continue reading New Third Thursday event starts tonight in downtown Camas