September 13, 2017
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Arts &
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Pompeii Exhibit at OMSI -- Preserved bodies cast by volcanic debris
in the eruption of Mt.
Vesuvius and nearly 200
other artifacts on loan from
the unparalleled collection
of the Naples National
Archaeological Museum
in Italy are part of the new
OMSI exhibit, Pompeii:
The Exhibition. Now showing through Oct. 22.
Free Zoo Day for Seniors -- Local seniors can reconnect with wildlife
during Senior Safari, a free day at the Oregon Zoo for anyone 65 or
older coming this Tuesday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Seniors can
bring along one free companion for the day and attend animal talks,
explore the grounds, and enjoy free rides on the zoo train and carousel.
Wake of Vanport Movie Screening -- A documentary about the 1948
flood that destroyed
the
city of Vanport,
displacing hundreds of
black shipyard workers
and other populations,
told by survivors and
others, screens Friday,
Sept. 29 at 1 p.m.
at the McMenamins
Kennedy School Theater
in northeast Portland.
Immediately following the screening, there will be an opportunity for
discussion. Admission is free. Reservations are required.
Norman Sylvester -- ‘Boogie Cat’ Norman Sylvester plays Wednesday,
Sept. 13 at Billy Blues in Vancouver; Saturday, Sept. 16 for the Uptown
Dance Party at the Adrianna Hill Ballroom; Friday, Sept. 22 at the
Rogue Pub; Saturday, Sept. 23 at Clyde’s; Friday, Sept. 29 at the Blue
Diamond; and Saturday, Sept. 30 at 7 p.m. for the Portland Guitar
Society’s Faces of Guitar showcase at Portland State University.
Kubrick on Film -- The nonprofit Hollywood Theatre on Northeast
Sandy Boulevard continues its summer showcase of legendary directors
with “Kubrick on Film,” a screening of films by Stanley Kubrick during
September. For the complete lineup, visit hollywoodtheatre.org.
Life of an Iconic President -- One hundred years after his birth, John
Fitzgerald Kennedy remains a subject
of endless fascination for millions of
Americans. The Oregon Historical
Society’s current exhibition “High
Hopes: The Journey of John F. Kennedy”
explores Kennedy’s early life, his road
to the presidency, and the changes he
effected during his time in office. Runs
through Nov. 12.
History Hub -- Oregon Historical Society exhibit for young people
explores the topic of diversity with interactive objects and pictures
that tell the stories of the people of Oregon, past and present. With
puzzles, touch screen activities and board games, History Hub asks
students to consider questions like “Who is an Oregonian?,” “How has
discrimination and segregation affected people who live in Oregon?,”
and “How can you make Oregon a great place for everyone?”
Discount Tickets -- Low income families and individuals can purchase
$5 tickets to classical musical performances in Portland as part of a
unique program called Music for All. Participating organizations
include the Oregon Symphony, Portland Opera, Oregon Ballet Theater,
Chamber Music Northwest, Portland Youth Philharmonic, Portland
Baroque Orchestra, Friends of Chamber Music, Portland Chamber
Orchestra, Portland Piano International, Portland Symphonic Choir,
Cappella Romana and Portland Vocal Consort.
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