Hmmm… Weren’t we just talking about trying to stay cool LAST weekend? This extended heat wave thing is very un-Oregon(and SW Washington)-like, dontchathink?
Be that as it may, we’re stuck with it. As long as it’s gonna be HOT – and by Sunday it should be VERY HOT – enjoy the many swimming pools and public fountains the area has to offer. Don’t forget the sunscreen!
The City of Portland has some great Beat the Heat tips at this link.
Here are a few ideas for getting out this weekend (bring water! stop for ice cream!). Check our online calendar for more.
All weekend
Great Oregon Steam-Up. Watch the antique steam equipment, including the sawmill, operate. Steam and vintage parade at 1:30 pm daily. All ages. Trolly ride and food extra charge. 7 am to 6 pm, July 25 and 26, Aug. 1 and 2. $8 adults, free under 12. Antique Powerland, 3995 Brooklake Rd., Brooks. 503-393-2424. www.antiquepowerland.com.
Tryon Junior Rangers. Learn how to protect natural resources with games, crafts and park explorations. Different theme every session. Ages 6 to 12. 1 to 2 pm every Sat. and Sun. through Aug. Free. Tryon Creek State Park, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. 503-636-9886. www.tryonfriends.org.
Saturday, July 25
Party in the Park. Inflatables, climbing walls, crafts corral, free swimming, entertainment, vintage car show and more. All ages. 9 am to 3 pm. Free, charge for food and some activities. Howard Terpenning Complex, 15707 SW Walker Road, Beaverton. 503-645-6433. www.thprd.org.
Milwaukie Daze. Parade at 10:30 am along Main Street up Lake Road. Field games noon to 2 pm, inflatables. Captain Bogg and Salty and other music 4 to 10 pm. Fireworks at 10 pm. All ages. Free, except for vendors. Riverfront Park. 503-754-5627. www.milwaukiedaze.com.
Division/Clinton Street Fair. Street fair with entertainment and special kids’ activities. Parade at 10:45 am. All ages. 10 am to 5 pm. Free. SE Division around 32nd Ave. www.divisionclinton.com.
Hawaiian Festival. Hawaiian culture and performances. Food and crafts to buy. All ages. 11 am to 7 pm. Free. Esther Short Park, W Columbia St and 8th St., Vancouver. www.kaleinani.com.
Sunday, July 26
Professor Banjo. Engaging banjo music. All ages. 5 pm. $5 person/$10 family. Airplay Cafe, 701 E Burnside. 503-808-7908. www.AirPlayCafe.com.
PAM Sundays for Families. Every Sunday in July families can make art outdoors inspired by the Indian art collection from 1 to 3 pm. Take a family tour at 12:30 pm. Storytime at 2:30 pm. All ages. Free with admission of $10 adults, $9 students, free 17 and under. 1219 SW Park Ave. 503-226-2811. www.pam.org.
July 24th, 2009 | Category: Uncategorized
