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July 29, 2015
Arts &
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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-
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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.
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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.