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We have a pair of general admission tickets for tomorrow night’s GIRL’S ROCK! screening at Hollywood Theater. Plus, the introduction will be given by Portlandia co-creators and stars Carrie Brownstein and Fred Armisen. To win, comment on this post why you would like to attend. Winner will be drawn and emailed Thursday, June 30th at 4PM.

Reminder: We give out free tickets including to many of the top music and art venues in Portland. Join our email list if you like free stuff

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From press release:
GIRL’S ROCK! screening
With special introduction by Carrie Brownstein & Fred Armisen
Thursday, June 30th @ 7pm | BUY TICKETS!

Hollywood Theater
4122 Northeast Sandy Boulevard
Portland, OR 97212-5336
(503) 281-4215

Join co-creators and protagonists on IFC's sketch comedy show, Portlandia, Carrie Brownstein and Fred Armisen at the Hollywood Theatre for a screening of the 2008 documentary film about Portland’s own Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp for Girls, Girls Rock! The Movie (www.girlsrockmovie.com).

Tickets for this combined benefit are Read the rest of this entry »

Last Thursday
Alberta Street
Portland, Oregon
Taken by by dit_tabano

Portland’s Last Thursday returns tomorrow evening and as we reported last month, there is a new organization working with the city and businesses on Alberta to organize the event. They are the “Friends of Last Thursday” and have sent us tips and info for tomorrow’s event.

On Twitter? We will be using the @lastthursday account to relay information about the event as always. Also use the #lastthursday hashtag to talk about the event and we retweet many of those.

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Info and Tips (from Friends of Last Thursday):

• Street Closure: Alberta street is closed for Last Thursday.
• Parking: Parked on Alberta Street? Cars need to get off the street by 5pm.
• Trimet: Bus reroutes are in effect from 6-11pm on Alberta. Catch the bus at stops on Killingsworth instead.
• Vendors: please keep 9′ distance from dotted yellow line, and wait til 6pm to set up in the street. Parking lanes ok after 5!
• Food vendors: Applications are available at FoLT booth, between 19th and 20th
• Info Booth: The info booth is located between 19th and 20th. Come visit us and find out how to get involved! #lastthursday
• Noise & Boomboxes: Be respectful with that boombox! Sound during Last Thursday should not carry more than half a block. A noise ticket could cost you $500.
• Bathrooms: Potties are located at SE corners of 29th, 26th, 24th, 22nd, 20th & 17th and Alberta.
• Trash: Last Thursday is a leave no trace event. Pick up after yourself. Trash stations are located at every intersection
• Support: Consider donating to Friends of Last Thursday. They have a booth between 19th n 20th. Thanks!
• Ambassadors: Last Thursday Ambassadors are located every two blocks. Got questions? Look for the orange-feathered hats and make sure to say hi!
• Open Containers: No open containers at Last Thursday.
• Fire: Fire spinners need permits. Applications are available at FoLT booth, between 19th and 20th.
• Closing Time: Alberta’s Last Thursday ends at 10pm.

2011 marks the 48th year of stunning fireworks at Fort Vancouver! This year is the sesquicentennial of the start of the Civil War, so added fun includes a visit from Abe Lincoln, a Civil War fashion show and black powder demonstrations. USA!

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Related Portland & Oregon July 4th Events / Info:

• Where to Watch Fireworks on July Fourth in Portland + Pictures | Many Suggestions
  
• July 1-3: Fourth of July Specials @ East Burn | $3 Pints, $5 Burger and Fries
• 2,000+ pictures from last year’s Fort Vancouver July 4th event on Flickr here.

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From Fort Vancouver website:
Independence Day at Fort Vancouver presented by Bank of America is Monday, July 4th at the Fort Vancouver National Site. Families will find a full slate of activities culminating with a spectacular fireworks show, the 48th July 4th event at Fort Vancouver. The event is produced by the nonprofit Fort Vancouver National Trust.

Featuring multiple entertainment venues, the July 4th event offers a variety of music, activities and fun for all ages. Most notably, the Heritage Stage presented by The Columbian commemorates the sesquicentennial of the start of the Civil War and features heritage fashion shows, black powder demonstrations, musical performances including Misty Mamas and even an appearance by Abe Lincoln. The nearby Hands-on-History Tent provides opportunities for visitors to learn handicrafts and games from the Civil War era.

Fort Vancouver Fireworks Show Schedule of Events: Read the rest of this entry »

Pipeline is giving away a pair of tickets to see the Devin Phillips Band on Saturday, July 2 at The Goodfoot Lounge. To win, comment on this post why you’d like to attend. Winner will be drawn and emailed Friday, July 1.
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From our sponsors at The Goodfoot:
Devin Phillips Band
Saturday, July 2
9 p.m. | $8 | 21+

The Goodfoot Lounge
2845 SE Stark Street
thegoodfoot.com

Led by New Orleans transplant, Devin Phillips (The Headhunters, Delfeayo Marsalis), Devin Phillips Band is a powerhouse quintet rooted in jazz and funk. Jaws drop, heads spin and feet move when they launch!

About Devin Phillips:

Born and reared in New Orleans, the cradle of jazz, Devin Phillips' intense affair with the saxophone began at the age of eight. At 14, he was Read the rest of this entry »