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Pearl District News for Thursday, October 2, 2008
$15,000 PEARL DISTRICT HOME FURNISHINGS WINNER! Winner Selected! We have selected a winner and will announce them on our website at Explore the Pearl and the next eNewsletter. Could it be you?! The winner’s call is being made today! Thank you to all that participated. We had people from all over the state and country enter! Thanks again to our event sponsors: Bedmart, Custom by Constructavision, JD Madison, Intrinsic Design, Bravado, Cielo Home, EWF Modern, Dig Garden Shop, Cargo, Tufenkian, Relish Design, Pearl Audio Video, French Quarter Linens, PH Reed, Hunt and Gather, and Versailles in the Pearl. Lizard Lounge Presents “Voices of Silent Disasters” October 2, 7 – 10 pm Humanitarian concert series for Mercy Corps continues at Lizard Lounge, money and awareness for efforts in the war-torn region of Northern Uganda. Lizard Lounge is located at: 1323 NW Irving. Icebreaker Touch Lab, Hunger Awareness Month October 2 We have 2, 150lb capacity drums to get us started. We are also offering a little incentive; 2 cans of food get you $5 socks (we are going into a new season and have a number of discontinued colors – while supplies last). For more information contact: Icebreaker Touch Lab_, located at 1109 W. Burnside Street. Urban Wineworks presents Mabel Haley Exhibit October 2, 5:30 – 8:30 pm Mabel Haley’s exhibit will be on display for all to see during the entire month of October. Join us for a First Thursday reception in honor of this talented artist and enjoy her artwork while treating yourself to complimentary appetizers from Simply Thyme, live music by Eric Skye and Bishop Creek Cellars’ finely crafted Pinot Noirs and Pinot Gris. Mabel Haley will be on hand to discuss her work and reveal her barrel-top art. Join us for art, food, music and wine! (artwork will be featured until October 31st) Art by Mabel Haley , Catering by Simply Thyme and live music by Eric Skye. Urban Wineworks, 407 NW 16th $10 Off Any Massage, Wednesdays or Thursdays at Kanani Spa Visit Kanani Spa on Wednesdays or Thursdays and you will save $10 on any massage. Therapeutic Hawaiian Lomilomi, Deep Tissue, Pregnancy, Ashiatsu Bar Therapy. We are open until 7PM on Wednesday and 8PM on Thursday. Pacific Northwest College of Art: Lecturer – Lucinda Parker Homecoming Weekend for PNCA October 3 The exhibit is held in connection with PNCA’s Alumni Weekend which will feature Parker as the Homecoming lecturer on Friday, October 3rd, 2008. The lecture is free and open to the public. The exhibit is selected from the past 20 years of Lucinda Parker’s expansive artistic accomplishments. For more information contact: PNCA. Versailles in the Pearl’s 6th Anniversary! 20 – 60% off Through October Come in and celebrate our 6th year in the Pearl District. This is our biggest sale of the year. Plan early for holiday savings of 20-60% off pottery, tapestries and furniture and unique treasures. We thank our loyal customers and will continue to treat you like royalty at Versailles. For excellent savings, visit them at 904 NW Hoyt. A Bella Jazz Evening October 3, 6 – 10 pm Join us for a special evening of Wine, Raffles, New Arrivals of Holiday and Italian Ceramics. 15% of the evening’s sales to benefit the Northwest Children’s Outreach – “Reaching Out to Meet the Need” Won’t you join us in reaching out to meet the need and share in the joy and celebration! For more information contact: Bella Casa Pearl, 223 NW 9th Ave. (at Everett), 503-222-5337. Urban Wineworks 3rd Annual Pinot & Pooch October 4 and 5, 12 - 6 pm Urban Wineworks and Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital are teaming up for the 3rd Annual Pinot and Pooch! Dogs, Wine, and Art ... what could be a better combination? Come join us for an afternoon of doggie sketch artists, beautiful wine, raffles, and musical entertainment. We will have numerous canine sketch artists on hand to create a memorable image of your best friend while you sip Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris from Bishop Creek Cellars. If you purchase three bottles of wine, your dog's portrait will be free of charge! A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to DoveLewis, the only non-profit, 24-hour emergency and ICU animal hospital in Oregon. The event will run from 12-6 PM on Saturday and Sunday, with the sketches taking about 20 minutes. Portraits will be booked by appointment only, so call Urban Wineworks at 503-226-9797 to reserve your spot! We are located at: 407 NW 16th. Stop, Think Pink, and Shop! At Lucy October 4 10% of all sales will be donated to Breast Cancer Network of Strength. Visit Lucy at 1015 NW Couch. BodyVox Open Studio Invitation! October 8, 9 – 12 pm Open to the public! See behind the scenes. This is your opportunity to learn what goes on behind the scenes to prepare for a dance performance. For more information, please contact: BodyVox. They are located at 1300 NW Northrup – follow the signs to the studio. Portland Fashion Week – In the Pearl District October 8 – 12 Portland Fashion Week is launching the Spring/Summer 2009 collections of several internationally known independent and eco-fashion designers from all over the world. From October 8 to 12, 2008, enjoy the most exciting high-end runway shows of the Pacific Northwest at a beautiful green venue, 14 Square, in the Pearl district. Mayor Potter will host the opening of the series and Mayor-elect Sam Adams shall MC the opening show. Portland Fashion Week is offering attractive exposure and marketing opportunities for your business, by becoming a sponsor, renting a booth on the venue, placing ad in the official program or including your product in the gift bag. Please email info@portlandfashionweek.net Purchase tickets conveniently in the Pearl at: Lucia Apparel. Early purchase discounts apply. Whole Foods Gives 5% Net Sales to Farm Aid October 16, 2008 Our Community 5% Days are one meaningful way we give back to our community. On designated days throughout the year a total of 5% of the day's net sales are donated to local non-profit organizations. Customers help support our selected organizations just by shopping on these 5% Days. Farm Aid will be our next Whole Foods beneficiary. Portland Open Studios - Artist Demonstrations October 11, 12, 18, 19 Go behind the scenes to see where, how, and why art is made in an up close and personal view. Buy $15 Tour Guide with 2 tickets, maps, and pictures at: Powell’s, Museum of Contemporary Craft, Art Media and other stores listed on: Portland Open Studios – Children Free.
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HEALTHCARE Issues Surrounding Prostate Cancer – Legacy Event From screenings to treatment options to long-term effects, prostate cancer can affect men in a variety of ways. Join Legacy physicians and special guest speakers for breakfast and educational presentations on prostate cancer topics. Keynote Speaker: Maurice Lucas, Portland Trail Blazers When: Saturday, October 18, 2008, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Where: Multnomah Athletic Club, 1849 SW Salmon Street, Portland, OR The event is open to the public and free of charge. Registration is required, as space is limited. Please call 503-335-3500 to pre-register. The Pearl District is home to some of the best Healthcare Providers in the city: Allergy, Asthma & Dermatology Associates,
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