The first weekend of March is filled with a diverse array of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages. Check out our online calendar for a complete list of events for each day. Here are a few intriguing options to jump start your planning:
ALL WEEKEND:
Snow Shoe with a Ranger. Tromp around 3.5 miles with a ranger and learn about the forest and history. Free. March 5 and 7, 10 am at Glade Trail, meet outside Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum, 88900 E Government Camp Loop, Government Camp. 1 pm at Trillium Lake Trail, meet at Snow-Park, 2.5 miles E of Timberline Road off Hwy. 26. 503-622-3191. www.fs.fed.us/r6/.
Ski with a Ranger. Take a guided ski tour with a Ranger and learn about mountain history, ecology and more. Any age capable of intermediate skiing or snowboarding. Free. 11 am Mar. 6 and 7 at Timberline Lodge, Government Camp. Meet outside Wy’East Day Lodge ticket windows. 11 am Mar. 6 at Ski Bowl, 87000 E Hwy. 26, meet at Ski Bowl West ticket office. 503-622-3191. www.fs.fed.us/r6/.
SATURDAY
Kangaroo Crossing. It’s opening weekend for the Portland Children’s Museum’s new exhibit about Australia. Check out the Great Barrier Reef and see some unusual Aussie foods. Jump like a kangaroo. 9 am to 5 pm March 6 and 7. $8 ages 1 and up. 4015 SW Canyon Road. 503-223-6500. portlandcm.org.
Owl Fest. Celebrate owls with guided hikes, pellet dissection and more. Meet Audubon’s resident owls, Hazel and Julio. 4 to 7 pm. Free. Guided hikes on a first come, first served basis. Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 SW Terwilliger Blvd. 503-636-4398. tryonfriends.org.
Teen Night. Explore OMSI with a live DJ, games and more, especially designed for teens between 13 and 18 years old. 7 to 10 pm. Free. OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave. 503-797-4000. omsi.edu.
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs. Oregon Children’s Theatre presents this loopy courtroom musical. Runs through Mar. 21. Check Web site for show times. $16 to $24, plus service charges. Winningstad Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway. 503-228-9571. octc.org.
Native American Education Program Pow Wow. Entertainment, food and crafts. Grand entry ceremony at 1 and 6 pm. Noon to 10 pm. Free. Covington Middle School, 11200 NE Rosewood Rd., Vancouver. 360-604-4013.
Horton. Tear’s of Joy’s Emily Alexander performs Dr. Seuss’ favorite elephant tale. Free. 2 pm Mar. 6: Central Library, 801 SW 10th Ave. 503-988-5123. Check Web site for additional dates, times and locations. multcolib.org.
SUNDAY:
Young Artists Concert. Vancouver Symphony presents performances by nine young contest finalists. 1 pm. Free. Royal Durst Theatre, 3101 Main St., Vancouver. 360-735-7278. vancouversymphony.org.
Community Concert. Groups from Metropolitan Youth Symphony perform. 3 pm. $7.50 adults, $5 ages 5+. Marylhurst University Chapel, 17600 Pacific Hwy. Marylhurst. 503-239-4566. playmys.org.
Evergreen Curling Club Open House. You’ve seen this fascinating sport during the Olympics … now’s your chance to learn more! Wear loose fitting clothing and sneakers; equipment provided. Ages 12 and up. Two sessions: 6:30 and 7:40 pm March 7 and 9. $10 adults, $5 ages 12-21, $20 family; $1 Web sign up fee. Lloyd Center Ice Arena, 953 Lloyd Center. 503-288-6073; 360-314-6267. www.evergreencurling.com.
March 5th, 2010 | Category: WOW! (What's on this Weekend)
