Clouds, shmouds! It’s one of the last weekends of the summer – get out and enjoy it! Per usual, the region is teeming with great family fun possibilities – check our online calendar or browse a few possibilities below.
All weekend
Grand Opening of Bill Naito Legacy Fountain. This two-day celebration features artists representing nearly 20 different countries of origin, from Chatta Addy (pictured) to the Molly Malone Irish Dancers. 11 am to 4 pm Aug. 22 and 23. Free. Bill Naito Legacy Fountain near the Burnside Bridge in Waterfront Park. 503-823-5592. www.portlandparks.org.
Clackamas County Fair. Thrill rides, livestock, rodeo, demolition derby, pioneer village, OMSI science activities, entertainment and more. All ages. 10 am to 11 pm Aug. 21 and 22. 10 am to 8 pm Aug. 23. $8 ages 16 and up, $5 ages 8 to 15, free 7 and under. Extra charge for some events. Parking $5. 694 NE 4th Ave., Canby. 503-266-1136. www.clackamascountyeventcenter.com.
Portland Riverfest 2009. Celebrate the Willamette with a festival (11 am to 6 pm), bike tour and more. Aug. 20 to 23. All ages. Free. South Waterfront Park. 503-222-7788. Check Web site for details. www.portlandriverfest.org.
Grand Opening Saturday Market. Fun for the whole family, including face painting from 11 am to 3 pm. All ages. 10 am to 5 pm Aug. 22. 11 to 4:30 pm Aug. 23. Free. South Waterfront and Ankeny Parks. 503-222-6072. www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com.
Saturday, Aug. 22
Family Forward Oregon Garage Sale. It’s a win-win! Get some back-to-school clothes for the kids (and yourself!) while helping to support this great cause. 9 am to 3 pm. Café au Play Lot, SE 58th and Division. www.familyforwardoregon.org.
Bees, Beetles and Butterflies. An entomologist helps you explore a meadow of insects. All ages. 10 am to noon. Free; pre-registration required. Cooper Mountain Nature Park, 18892 SW Kemmer Road. 503-629-6350. www.oregonmetro.gov.
Kid’s Dig at the Fort (Vancouver). Children participate in a mock archaeological dig. Ages 8 to 12. 11 am. Free, but limited slots. 1001 E 5th St., Vancouver. 360-816-6230. www.nps.gov/fova/planyourvisit/events.htm.
Neighbor Helping Neighbor. This free event features many local agencies providing information on how we can collectively have a gentler impact on the environment. Children’s activities include art, face painting and more. Free food and entertainment. 10 am to 2 pm. Corner of NE Knott and 34th. 503-282-5229.
Sunday, Aug. 23
Professor Banjo. Family concert with this one man band. All ages. 5 pm. $5 per person/$10 per family. Airplay Café, 701 E Burnside. 503-808-7908. www.AirplayCafe.com.
Forest Music. Enjoy music in the beauty of the woods. All ages. 2 to 3 pm. Aug. 23: Sweet Thunder. Free. Tryon Creek State Park, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. 503-636-4398. www.tryonfriends.org.
August 21st, 2009 | Category: Metro Parent
