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Widmer Bros. Oktoberfest
Get ready for Munich-style ales and German bratwursts as one of Portland’s most-loved Oktoberfest celebrations will take place Saturday, September 11 from 3 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., at Widmer Brothers Brewing Co.
Widmer Brother’s Oktoberfest is a tribute to the world-renowned celebration in Munich, Germany, which draws more than six million people annually during the 16-day festival. Widmer Brother’s version, although smaller in scale, is large in Oktoberfest spirit. The festival features a variety of craft beers, traditional German food, accordion players, and live music throughout the day. Each year, thousands of Oregonian’s attend the festival; this year’s celebration is expected to draw more than 5,000 craft beer fanatics.
For more information about Widmer Brothers Brewing, visit www.widmer.com.
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See Prehistoric Predators at the Oregon Zoo, sponsored by Wells Fargo!
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the prehistoric world at the Oregon Zoo! You might think today's predators are pretty fierce but just wait until you see those from the past. From the massive giganotosaurus to the cunning troodon, dinosaur predators were skilled at finding their prey and surviving in a hostile world.
Follow along the rain-forest trail and encounter life-size animatronic dinosaurs representing 17 species from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods! You'll see both gentle plant-eating giants and our frightening predators. Don't worry. These guys aren't hungry. The prehistoric trail-guides will be here to tell you some interesting facts about each dinosaur.
Walking the trail is not the only way to experience these predators. Kids can learn about the different dinosaurs at our discovery stations. Prehistoric Predators runs through September 6th.
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Sleep Country School Supply Drive
For 26,000 Northwest foster kids, changing homes often means getting behind in school. To help them get a good start, Sleep Country USA is collecting school supplies for local foster kids. But they can’t do it without you. Bring your gift of gift of paper, pens, crayons, pencils, rulers, dictionaries and more to Sleep Country. Call 1-888-88-SLEEP for the store nearest you. Sleep Country knows, not everyone can be a foster parent but anyone can help a foster child.
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Benefit Ride for American Lung Cancer Association
Reach the Beach May 15 - This benefit ride for the American Lung Association is perfect as a personal challenge or to ride together with friends and family. Proceeds will help prevent and cure lung disease and promote lung health through education, advocacy and research. Make sure to look for Just Fruit’s booth to grab a bar to go. Just Fruit is 100% fruit and will give you the energy to continue biking for the cause.
Cirque du Cycling June 12 - Come watch live entertainment and music all afternoon, and an evening criterium street race with two-way racing right down the middle of Mississippi Avenue. This event is a benefit for Albina Youth Opportunity School. Make sure to keep a Just Fruit bar on you for the ride. It will provide you that extra punch of energy you’ll need!
The Night Ride July 10 – Join 2,000 riders for a costume contest, disco rest stop, fire jugglers & more as you ride around Portland after dark. Benefits the Bicycle Transportation Alliance. Make sure to keep a Just Fruit bar on you for the ride. It will provide you that extra punch of energy you’ll need!
Jacksons Ride the Gorge Aug 7 - A majestic tour of the Columbia River Gorge with a gourmet feast & free massages at the finish. In honor of Jackson Hill, this event benefits the Northwest Sarcoma Foundation. Make sure to look for Just Fruit’s booth to grab a bar to go. Just Fruit is 100% fruit and will give you the energy to continue biking for the cause.
Tour de Lab Sept 11 - A doggie-themed community ride with stops at all three Lucky Lab brewpubs. Dogs not allowed on course but welcome at the finish. Benefits the Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital. Make sure to look for Just Fruit’s booth to grab a bar to go. Just Fruit is 100% fruit and will give you the energy to continue biking for the cause.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest
The BE the difference campaign is a 100 day (June 17 - September 25) initiative that aims to bring 500 new friendships to children in the Portland and Vancouver metropolitan area. Now Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest needs your help in finding Big Brothers and Big Sisters who can make a difference in the lives of our local children.
In our own lives, each of us was touched by someone other than our parents, someone who broadened our horizons and made a difference. By becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister or Big Couple, you can do the same for a child. You will both be forever changed by the experience. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister means being you, developing a friendship and sharing the best part of yourself. It means a chance to see the world -and be seen through fresh new eyes. No matter where you are in life right now, being a Big Brother or Big Sister is something you’ll look forward to. It will be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters, contact Heath Berg at (503) 249-4859.
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Join us for Portland's Sole Support for Parkinson's on Sunday September 26th at Willamette Park. A fundraiser activity for Parkinson's disease, participants will be able walk their choice of a 1K or 5K walk as well as enjoy live music, refreshments, the vendor fair, kid activities and honorarium opportunities.
For more information and to register, visit our website at:
http://www.solesupport.org/
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Sleep Country Foster Kids' Clothing Drive
Growing taller is an important milestone for any child, but for more than 26,000 foster children in the Northwest, it can be a challenge to find clothes and shoes to replace those that have become too small or worn out. That’s why Sleep Country is collecting new clothes for local foster kids, but they need your help! Foster kids come in all shapes and sizes, from infants to teenagers, so sizes big and small are needed. Bring your gift of new shoes, pants, tops and packaged undergarments to any Sleep Country store and they’ll be given to a foster child in need. Thanks to your kindness, local foster kids will be wearing a smile along with their new clothes!
For more details on the Clothing Drive, click here.
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Nelson and Terry with Stacey Lynn
