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Page 12 July 29, 2015 Arts & ENTERTAINMENT Advertise with diversity in The Portland Observer Call 503-288-0033 or email ads@portlandobserver.com BUSINESSGuide Michael Jackson Tribute -- Spirit Mountain Casino pays homage to one of the greatest en- tertainers of all time with a trib- ute show to Michael Jackson by Legacy, a cast of dynamic per- formers, featuring Luis Castillo, a.k.a. LC Jackson. The tribute group has been delighting fans of all ages since 2009. Performanc- es are scheduled for Friday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8. The audience will enjoy all the classics, in- cluding Beat It, Billy Jean, and Smooth Criminal. $5.00 TEES CLUBS FAMILY REUNIONS SCHOOL CLUBS BUSINESSES SCREEN PRINTING Cruise-in Car Show -- The 12th annual Troutdale Cruise-in car show takes place Sunday, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Troutdale. Proceeds will benefit the Doernbecher Children’s Hospital cancer program, Randall Children’s Hospital and the Troutdale Kiwanis “Kids are Key” program. 503-762-6042 971-570-8214 Uniquely Oregon Photo Exhibit -- An impressive collection of photographs celebrating people, plac- es, and a potpourri of images unique to Oregon is the theme of this photo exhibit on public display through July 31 in the George R. White Library and Learning Center at Concordia University in north- east Portland. The art can be viewed during normal library hours. Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710 Ernest J. Hill, Jr. Agent 4946 N. Vancouver Avenue, Portland, OR 97217 503 286 1103 Fax 503 286 1146 ernie.hill.h5mb@statefarm.com 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service R Science of Ripley’s Believe It Or Not -- What’s more amazing that Robert Rip- ley’s legendary compendium of oddities, anomalies and fan- tastic feats? The science that underlies them! OMSI presents “The Science of Ripley’s Be- lieve It or Not!” a 6,000 square foot interactive exhibit that ex- plores the real science behind the unbelievable. The collection of intriguing objects and astonishing arti- facts is open through Sept. 7. State Farm R PLATINUM FADE SALON Sherman Jackson cell 503-891-5905 M-F 9:00am-9:00pm Sat 8:00am-9:00pm Sun 11:00am-6:00pm 5010 NE 9th, Unit A Portland, Oregon 97211 503-284-2989 Celebrating Arab Her- itage and Culture -- The Arab American Cultural Cen- ter of Oregon is hosting its annual “Mahrajan,” a celebration of Arab heri- tage and culture in Oregon. on Sunday, Aug. 2 at the Alpenrose Dairy from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. You’ll find delicious Arabic cuisine, Arabic coffee, tea and re- freshments, arts and crafts, henna painting, cooking demonstrations, an art show, music, dancing, chil- dren’s activities and a raffle for prizes est. 2002 ric rare ~Director ~ Producer ~ Editor Summer Kids in the Park -- Another schedule of fun and healthy activ- ities for kids during the summer months is now underway in three of Gresham’s largest parks. Free and open to all kids under 18, events are scheduled for two hours every weekday at Main City, Vance and Red Sunset parks. A free lunch will be served, and kids can just drop in. No advance registration is required. nity cafe across the street from Peninsula Park at 6425 N. Albina Ave., wel- comes the public to a series of free summer concerts each Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and featuring Cuban sandwiches and a potpourri of Latin sounds. Norman Sylvester -- Boogie Cat Norman Sylves- ter and his band perform Thursday, July 30 at Haw- thorne Lobster House; Friday, July 31 at Restaurant 503 in West Linn; Saturday, Aug. 1 at Roadhouse 101 in Lincoln City; Tuesday, Aug. 4 at Kenton Park; Friday, Aug. 7 at the Blue Diamond; Satur- day, Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. at Bantu Island for the Alber- ta Street Fair; and Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 .m. at the Spare Room. Farmers Market at the Square -- Local farmers, food producers and hot food vendors from all over the region fill Pioneer Courthouse Square, Port- land’s downtown living room, each Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Sept. 28. Soulful Showcase -- Blacque Butterfly presents spoken word, live music and featured artists on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 8 p.m. at E’Njoni Café, African-Mediterranean cui- sine at 910 N. Killingsworth St. Safe and Free at Matt Dishman -- The Matt Dish- man Community Center, 77 N.E. Knott St., has opened its doors to teenagers this summer as part of a plan to provide safe and free activities for youth, age 18 and younger through Portland Parks and Recreation. Registration is required. Summer Reading for Kids -- Kids of all ages can sign up at any neighborhood library of the Mult- nomah County Library system for a free summer reading program that entices kids to read for plea- sure and maintain the skills they learned during the school year, while also encouraging lifelong library use. Chicago Steppin’ Classes -- You have seen the R. Kelly video, now it’s time to learn the dance. Groo- vin’ High Steppers offer Chicago Steppin’ classes at the Rockwood Community Center and the Colwood Golf Center. All levels are welcome. No partner is needed. First two lessons are free; $20 monthly fee includes both locations. For an event schedule, an- nouncements and more information, visit the web- site groovinhighsteppers.com Portland’s Saturday Market -- Portland Saturday Market in Old Town brings some of Oregon’s best handmade products, good eats and live entertain- ment from street musicians and other artists. Lo- cated next to the Willamette River at 2 S.W. Naito Parkway, Saturday Market is also open every Sun- day through Christmas Eve. Music Millennium Free Shows -- The Music Mil- lennium, 3158 E. Burnside, hosts in-house live per- formances. Enjoy free music and the opportunity to meet artists. Call 503-231-8926 for a schedule. (503) 901-2092 ricrare2@gmail.com A.J. Java Hosts Concerts -- A.J. Java, a commu- Oregon Black History -- The Black Museum of Oregon group meets every Saturday, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 420 N.E. Mason St. Call 503-284-0617.
