Come have lunch with a senior at Juanita Pohl Center in honor of Susan Noack and share a Thanksgiving meal with a senior. Please RSVP here.
On the second Sunday of most months, we offer two different soups as part of our Social Hour, including at least one gluten-free option and at least one vegetarian option. To learn what type of soups will be offered at the next Souper Sunday, subscribe to our Front Steps e-newsletter.
If you are able, the suggested cost for the soup is $5 to help us cover the cost of ingredients.
Please supplement the offering by bringing the following to share:
Spoons and cups for soup will be provided. Please consider bringing your own containers and utensils to be more environmentally friendly.
It takes a lot of folks to put on Souper Sunday every month: organizers, cooks, servers, shoppers and clean up team to name a few. We are appreciative of all who volunteer. If you are interested in helping out, please contact Barbara M.
A special one-night Korean Americana collaboration dinner at Jeju featuring Chef Andrew Lim of Perilla (2026 Jean Banchet Nominee, 5x Michelin Bib Gourmand), Chef Peter Cho of Jeju & Han Oak (2x James Beard Finalist), and Dave & Lois Cho of Cho Wines (Oregon's first Korean American winery). Expect wood-fired cooking, Willamette Valley wine, and Korean American pride.
Portland Book Festival welcomes Molly and Meherwan Irani, the husband-and-wife team behind Ashevilleâs nationally celebrated Chai Pani Restaurant Group. Their flagship restaurant, Chai Pani, was named Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation in 2022.
This year, Molly and Meherwan each bring a new book to the table. Meherwan has written No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World: At-Home Recipes from the Streets, Truck Stops, Villages, and Palaces of India. Mollyâs Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality was published earlier this year. Together, the books offer two very differentâand deeply connectedâperspectives on food, restaurants, and hospitality.
In celebration of Diwaliâthe Hindu festival of lights, marked by food, gathering, and celebrationâMolly and Meherwan will join their longtime friend Chef Troy MacLarty at Bollywood Theater on Alberta Street for a collaboration. Bollywood Theater will serve a special menu inspired by recipes from Meherwanâs book alongside its own Diwali-inspired menu. Itâs a gathering of longtime friends, great food, and two books that reflect different sides of a shared life in restaurants.
Both books will be featured at Portland Book Festival, and Molly and Meherwan will be on hand at Bollywood to meet guests and sign copies.
Letâs spend a Sunday doing some good and getting to know each other along the way! Join our 30s & 40s Singles Group to support athletes at Special Olympics Oregonâs Beaverton Regional Aquatics competition on Sunday, November 1.
Expect swimming, teamwork, plenty of cheering, and a chance to connect with other community-minded singles. The event coordinator is excited to have our group help!
We have two exciting ways to participate based on how involved you want to be.
đ Path 1: Come volunteer directly with us
No sports knowledge, athletic ability, or previous volunteer experience needed. The Special Olympics Oregon team will train you onsite and assign your role at check-in.
You might help with:
Have relevant experience? Let the team know at check-in!
You can choose between a full-day shift of about 8â9 hours or a half-day shift of about 4â4.5 hours, depending on availability.
All volunteers receive a Special Olympics Oregon T-shirt, and full-day volunteers receive lunch.
đ How to join as a volunteer
Please register promptly if youâd like to volunteer, since shifts have limited spaces. Follow the arrival and check-in instructions for your selected shift.
đ A small commitment that makes a big difference
The event team relies on registered volunteers to keep the competition running smoothly. Please choose a shift you can commit to attending in full and plan ahead for the day.
Of course, unexpected things happen! If you can no longer volunteer, please notify the Special Olympics coordinator promptly, update your volunteer registration, and update your Meetup RSVP too. Keeping everyone informed as timely as possible gives the team time to adjust.
đŁ Path 2: Prefer to cheer? Join the audience!
You can also support the athletes from the sidelines. If committing to volunteering in a shift isnât the right fit, or the shifts have filled, come enjoy the competition and help us give the swimmers an enthusiastic audience!
Please let me know whether youâre volunteering or coming to cheer, so I can coordinate our group. Only people registered directly with Special Olympics Oregon will be counted as volunteers.
Which ever path you choose, weâre happy to have you!
Come lend a hand, bring your cheering voice, and spend a Sunday supporting our greater Portland community. đ
This ever-popular event will be emceed by local entertainer Enrique E. Andrade, who is a member of the ensemble cast of Marigolds y Memorias, this yearâs centerpiece theatrical attraction for the Milagro Central Eastside Muertos Celebration. Originally from Mexico City, Andrade is an accomplished actor and voice-over artist who has appeared in more than two dozen Milagro productions, as well as working at Portland Story Theater and 3rd Angle Music Ensemble. His screen credits include Leverage, Grimm, and The Librarians. The eveningâs headline entertainer is Portlandâs own Yissel Lopez, who has won over audiences with her captivating Latin pop and Mariachi fusion music.
Guests will dine on a uniquely prepared three-course dinner catered by beloved Portland restauranteur Lucy de Leon, featuring dishes from both her new downtown hotspot, Madrina Cocina Mexicana, and the Eastside La Patroncita, famous for serving up a fusion of time-honored recipes and innovative creations, lovingly prepared with the freshest ingredients and the essence of home. Wine for this special evening is provided by A to Z Wineworks, Oregonâs top-selling wine brand, which pursues its mission to offer dependable, quality wine which is accessible to all.
A guest favorite year after year, our silent auction of unique Mexican artisanal goods will again temp guests with beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art and other cultural gems. And perhaps most important of all, a major draw of ÂĄViva Milagro! is the opportunity to connect and spend time with a room full of Milagro friends and supporters!
We hope to see you at our biggest celebration of the year! THREE WAYS TO SECURE TICKETS: Order online by CLICKING HEREPlease note that any orders made with credit card are subject to additional processing fees.
ÂĄViva Milagro! 2026 Sponsorships Now AvailableFor over 40 Seasons, Milagro has been dedicated to bringing the vibrancy of Latino theatre, culture, and art education to audiences in the Pacific Northwest and across the country. We provide a home for artists and audiences seeking authentic Latino cultural experiences. We value creativity and diversity; we welcome the risk of experimentation while respecting tradition; we empower our artists to think creatively and act collaboratively; we are often irreverent but never irrelevant.
In the coming season, we weâll work hard to keep providing reduced ticket prices for students, to take our bilingual outreach efforts to more communities where the arts are lacking, to transform El ZĂłcalo into a buzzing space for our community groups, and to bring talented artist residents to Milagro. However, we need your help to make this and more happen!
Sponsorships start at just $500.
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR 2026 SPONSORSHIP PACKETFor more information, please contact us!
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 503-236-7253
Celebrate Friendsgiving at Tualatin Estate on Friday, November 13th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Youâll enjoy a five-course small-plate pairings dinner from Sundial Baking, paired with a flight of Oregon-grown wines. Tickets are $70 per person, or $60 for Owners and Members, and include five small-plate pairings, a wine flight and a $10 bottle credit. Space is limited and reservations are required for this exclusive event. + View Menu 2024 Sauvignon Blanc paired with Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus 2023 Dry GewĂźrztraminer paired with Polenta & Pork Terrine 2023 Hannah Pinot Noir paired with Apricot Bacon Crostini 2022 Signature CuvĂŠe Pinot Noir paired with Red Wine Braised Beef & Garlic Mashed Potatoes 2022 Quinta Reserva Port-Style Pinot Noir paired with Pumpkin Cheesecake pecan crust, salted caramel sauce
Canât get spooked enough?! DARCELLE-O-WEEN IS COMING TO BRUNCH! đ
Get spooky, glamorous, and a little bit wicked at Darcelle XV Showplace this coming Halloween weekend!
Drag. Costumes. Cocktails. Big Halloween energy. Dress spooky. Win big prizes!
Doors open at 11.30am, show is at 12.30pm. Cover $32. Ages 21+
Sign up for the poster session here!
The 2026 Pauling Medal will be presented to Professor Wooley at the 2026 Pauling Medal Symposium on November 7, 2026, at Portland State University in Portland, OR, in recognition of her pioneering studies.
Information about the symposium is posted at the Pauling Medal web page. The symposium includes lectures by eminent scientists and the awardee, a student poster session, a reception, and an evening banquet with presentation of the Pauling Medal to Professor Wooley.
The symposium is free and open to the public. The Awards Dinner is open to the public but requires advance purchase of a banquet ticket. Please visit the Pauling Medal web page for event details and banquet tickets.
Schedule:
Few foods inspire the kind of irrational devotion like a good hot dog. Chef Farideh Sadeghin is bringing The Hot Dog Cookbook: 50 Recipes for the Worldâs Best Food to life with a special afternoon collaboration featuring some of the Rose Cityâs favorite chefs. Farideh will be joined by Peter Cho of Han Oak, Mika Paredes of LâEchelle, and Chef Sam Smith, each creating their own take on the hot dog inspired by recipes from The Hot Dog Cookbook.
Guests will enjoy samples of one hot dog from each chef, and a welcome cocktail.
Hang out and meet Farideh, Mika, Peter, and Sam. Bring your copy of the book or purchase one onsite to have it signed.
Ticket includes:
The In Bocca books are a curious and beautiful collection of 20 Italian cookbooks, each devoted to a different region of Italy. Originally published in the 1970s, theyâre filled with recipes, hand-drawn illustrations, folk art, and wonderfully wonky English translations, offering a glimpse into the food and character of Italy from region to region. Long out of print, theyâve become cult objects for collectors and lovers of Italian food.
For the past three years, Cathy Whims and the Nostrana team have cooked their way through the entire collection, creating 19 dinners: one for each book. Now, for the Portland Book Festival, that journey comes to an end with Roma in Bocca the 20th book.
For this special finale, Cathy Whims is welcoming Italia in Bocca director Robert Serrini, an expert and passionate champion of these remarkable books. Robert will mingle with guests throughout the evening and document the dinner as part of a short film about Roma in Bocca. He also dreams of one day seeing the full collection published once again, bringing these quirky, art-filled books back into the hands of a new generation.
Whether youâve followed the series from the beginning or are discovering these peculiar books for the first time, come take one last trip Italy in Bocca with us.
Cathy Whims recently published her own culinary book: The Italian Summer Kitchen: Recipes for La Dolce Vita. During this event her book will be available for purchase and signing.
Reservations required. Limited seating available. Paid reservations sold by Nostrana nostrana.com/romabook
Come experience one of the largest pop-up art movements to hit North America over the past decade. Celebrating over 15 years of serving free pancakes and introducing you to some of the nation's leading emerging artists. The LA-based event originated in 2009 and has since popped up more than 500 times in 35+ cities around Europe and North America.
Batter sizzles, beer foams, and canvas lines the walls from ceiling to floor as hundreds, sometimes thousands, of revelers indulge in endless pancakes.
This is no stuffy wine-and-cheese, pretentious, someone-gag-me art event. Itâs an innovative reimagining of the art show concept. A welcoming vibe for up-and-coming artists to sell and strut their stuff in a free-verse, anything-goes environment.
2026 Cinnamon Bear Cruise Dates:
Saturday, 11/28
Sunday, 11/29
Saturday, 12/5
Sunday, 12/6
Saturday, 12/12
Sunday, 12/13
Saturday, 12/19
Sunday, 12/20
Monday, 12/21
Tuesday, 12/22
Wednesday, 12/23
Thursday, 12/24
Saturday, 12/26
Sunday, 12/27
Boarding: 9:00 am
Cruising: 9:30 am â 11:30 am
Boarding Location:
Salmon Springs Dock
1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Return Details: Returns to original departure point.
TicketsTickets start at $72 for adults or $52 for children 12 and younger. Cinnamon Bear has been a holiday tradition for generations and youâre invited to make this season one your child will remember forever.
Reservations available at portlandspirit.com/cinnamonbear or by calling 503-224-3900.
Annam's 3-year anniversary dinner featuring a collaborative kitchen takeover with uncle Peter from @havl.noodles (HĂ VL). The evening includes deep-cut Ă la carte Viáťt food, cognac, live jazz by Brian's Blade (featuring @chochu_local members @cmlgsn, @Aidan.jacobs._, and grateful_marcus), and a custom jade jewelry pop-up by Le Petit Hoa. Menu to be announced closer to the date; available until sold out.
Project Information:
The Alder Flat trail was affected by the 2020 Riverside Fire. Over the course of the summer, some tread damage has occured that the Forest Service is requesting we handle. We will be addressing that and any downed trees/limbs we encounter along the way.
Hiking information:
The trail is fairly accessible, being short and relatively flat. We donât have good intel on where exactly the trail issues are, so weâll plan on hiking the entire trail, unless I can get out and scout it ahead of time.
You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.
Event details:
Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If youâre volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.
What to bring:
What to wear:
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.
EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregonâs trails a place where people can go to connect with nature & one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.
PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a personâs actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.
While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.
Join Erath and The Malarkey for a special evening that brings together two Oregon Originals. Hosted at chef Brian Malarkeyâs downtown Portland restaurant, this winemaker dinner pairs seasonal cuisine with Erath wines for a one-night-only experience celebrating Oregon's flavors and spirit.
Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a multi-course menu created by The Malarkey culinary team, thoughtfully paired with Erath wines selected to highlight the flavors, stories, and sense of place that define Oregon. Along the way, youâll hear from Erathâs Head Winemaker Leah Adint and discover how a shared passion for hospitality, craftsmanship, and creativity continues to inspire both brands.
With limited seating, this is a rare opportunity to gather around the table for an unforgettable evening of food, wine, and Oregon tradition.
Book Bar is a temporary bar, cafĂŠ and cultural clubhouse bringing cocktails, coffee, food, live music and literary programming to downtown Portland during Portland Book Festival week. Created and produced by Fuller Events in partnership with Literary Arts and Portland Book Festival, Book Bar transforms a vacant former restaurant space into a welcoming gathering place for readers, writers, artists and the community. Stop in before or after festival events, or make Book Bar a destination in its own right.
The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a resilient, welcoming space to gather in community and share experiences of loss. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and share your heart in good company. Grief can be hard to understand, and sometimes what is needed most is community, conversation, and food. During the gathering, each participant will have a few minutes to share their grief in whatever way feels rightâwhether it's someone who is missed, something that has changed, a loss being carried, or an experience that continues to shape. While one person shares, the rest will listen with care and presence. Save time at the end of the evening to thank one another and connect, but please refrain from interrupting or responding during the sharing portion.
DĂa de Muertos and the month of November invite you to reflect on and remember loved ones who have passedâa time to celebrate their lives and meet death not with fear, but with love, memory, storytelling, and even humor. Mario Mesquita will lead an opening creative activity exploring memory and the role of cuisine in honoring loved ones, building toward a collective community tribute. Participants are welcome to bring a photograph of a loved one or create an offering featuring their loved one's name.
Bea Ogden will present the Hungry Ghost tradition and make an offering for the community ofrenda, opening a cultural exchange around how different traditions honor and remember the dead. Mario and Bea will also guide participants in writing a community poem, inviting each person to contribute a line or dedication to place on the altar.
Please bring:
The Portland Grief House is honored to continue this tradition, originally started by Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro is excited to partner with Portland Grief House to create a welcoming space for both English- and Spanish-speaking community members to gather, remember, and heal together.
Portland Grief House les invita a unirse a La Mesa Perdida, un espacio resiliente y acogedor para reunirnos en comunidad y compartir nuestras experiencias de pĂŠrdida. Traigan un platillo, acerquen una silla y compartan su corazĂłn en buena compaĂąĂa. El duelo puede ser difĂcil de comprender y, a veces, lo que mĂĄs necesitamos es comunidad, conversaciĂłn y comida. Durante el encuentro, cada participante tendrĂĄ unos minutos para compartir su duelo de la manera que le resulte mĂĄs natural: alguien a quien extraĂąamos, algo que ha cambiado, una pĂŠrdida que llevamos con nosotros, o una experiencia que sigue marcando nuestra vida. Mientras una persona comparte, el resto escucha con atenciĂłn y presencia. Guardaremos tiempo al final de la noche para agradecer y conectar, pero pedimos que los participantes se abstengan de interrumpir ni de responder durante el momento de compartir.
El DĂa de Muertos y el mes de noviembre nos invitan a reflexionar y recordar a nuestros seres queridos fallecidosâun tiempo para celebrar sus vidas y enfrentar la muerte no con miedo, sino con amor, memoria, relatos e incluso humor. Mario Mesquita dirigirĂĄ una actividad creativa de apertura que explora la memoria y el papel de la cocina para honrar a nuestros seres queridos, construyendo hacia un tributo colectivo. Los participantes pueden traer una fotografĂa de un ser querido, o crear una ofrenda con el nombre de su ser querido.
Bea Ogden presentarĂĄ la tradiciĂłn del Fantasma Hambriento y harĂĄ una ofrenda a nuestra ofrenda comunitaria, abriendo un intercambio cultural sobre cĂłmo distintas tradiciones honran y recuerdan a los difuntos. Mario y Bea tambiĂŠn guiarĂĄn a los participantes en la escritura de un poema comunitario, invitando a cada persona a aportar una lĂnea o dedicatoria para colocar en el altar.
Por favor traigan:
Portland Grief House se siente honrado de continuar esta tradiciĂłn, iniciada originalmente por Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro se emociona de asociarse con Portland Grief House para crear un espacio acogedor donde los miembros de las comunidades de habla inglesa y espaĂąola puedan reunirse, recordar y sanar juntos.
LâEcole No. 41, one of Washingtonâs most iconic wineries, and Bethany's Table are partnering in an incredible evening of wine and food. You'll taste 12 distinctive wines, paired with a delicious progression of small bites and substantial dishes crafted to complement every pour.
Discover what makes LâEcoleâs wines so special, meet fellow wine lovers, and settle in for a night of great food, great wine, and even better company.
Come hungry. Leave inspired.
Halloween is always such a fun, magical night. Unfortunately in the light of the morning, candy wrappers, damaged decorations and abandoned costumes can be found littering the streets. Join the Grout PTA and the Oregon Outdoor Law Project for a post-Halloween, kid-friendly cleanup around Grout Elementary. đđđCostumes encouraged but certainly not required. đđđ Advanced Registration: Is required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. Meeting Location: Meet us under the covered basketball court at the back of Grout Elementary. Look for the playground off of 32nd Ave. Address: 3119 SE Holgate Blvd Portland, OR 97202 | Map Link What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. What's Provided: Gloves, safety vests, trash grabbers, buckets and bags. Please feel free to bring your own supplies. Restrooms: No public restrooms are available Parking: Abundant street parking on 32nd and 31st Transit: 17-Holgate (SE Holgate & 32nd Stop ID: 2719) Accessibility: This area is accessible for folks with mobility concerns. Translation Services: There will not be a Spanish speaker present at this event. Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, review our Teams
Portland Book Festival welcomes Molly and Meherwan Irani, the husband-and-wife team behind Ashevilleâs nationally celebrated Chai Pani Restaurant Group. Their flagship restaurant, Chai Pani, was named Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation in 2022.
This year, Molly and Meherwan each bring a new book to the table. Meherwan has written No. 1 Best Indian Cookbook in the World: At-Home Recipes from the Streets, Truck Stops, Villages, and Palaces of India, releasing September 22. Mollyâs Service Ready: A Story of Love, Restaurants, and the Power of Hospitality was published earlier this year. Together, the books offer two very differentâand deeply connectedâperspectives on food, restaurants, and hospitality.
In celebration of Diwaliâthe Hindu festival of lights, marked by food, gathering, and celebrationâMolly and Meherwan will join their longtime friend Chef Troy MacLarty at Bollywood Theater on Alberta Street for a collaboration.
Bollywood Theater will serve a special menu inspired by recipes from Meherwanâs book alongside its own Diwali-inspired menu. Itâs a gathering of longtime friends, great food, and two books that reflect different sides of a shared life in restaurants.
Both books will be featured at Portland Book Festival, and Molly and Meherwan will be on hand at Bollywood to meet guests and sign copies.
Bagichaa Indian Restaurant & Pizza celebrates its grand opening in Hillsboro with a lunch buffet showcasing Indian favorites, Indo-Chinese selections, Indian style pizzas, desserts and mango lassi. The buffet features dishes such as chole bhature, butter chicken, dum biryani and pani puri, along with a variety of Indo-Chinese options and fresh pizzas from the kitchen. Pricing is $19.99 for adults, $15.99 for seniors and for guests 15 and under, $12.99 for children 9 and under, and free for children 3 and under.
Friends of La Belle Promenade
Friday, November 20, 2026 | 6:30â9:00 PM
Flâneur Wines at the Carlton Grain Elevator
One vineyard. Many expressions. An evening among friends.
Be part of the first gathering of six esteemed wineries united by one extraordinary site, La Belle Promenade Vineyard. Flâneur Wines, Patricia Green Cellars, Hazelfern Cellars, Suzor Wines, Martin Woods Winery, and Las Jaras Wines will share more than 10 distinct expressions of La Belle Promenade Vineyard, spanning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, sparkling wine, Pinot Meunier and AligotÊ.
The gathering comes at a moment of growing recognition for the vineyard. Wines from La Belle Promenade have earned critical acclaim, including a first-place ranking among Chardonnays for a wine grown entirely from the site at The 1976 Redo international blind tasting.
The evening will unfold as an intimate, cocktail-style tasting for just 65 guests, with winemakers and winery teams pouring their wines, sharing stories, and offering their unique perspectives on the vineyard through relaxed conversation.
Our friends at Haywardânamed one of The New York Timesâ 2026 Americaâs Best Restaurants and recognized by the James Beard Foundationâwill bring their signature seasonal cooking to an abundant, Friendsgiving-inspired spread. Rather than a seated dinner, expect a festive experience designed for grazing gathering. Think a little retro holiday party, a little harvest feast, and very Hayward.
FEATURED WINES
Flâneur: 2024 La Belle Promenade Chardonnay
Flâneur: 2023 La Belle Promenade Pinot Noir
Martin Woods: 2023 La Belle Promenade AligotĂŠ
Las Jaras: 2022 La Belle Promenade Pinot Noir
Las Jaras: 2023 La Belle Promenade Chardonnay
Patricia Green: 2023 La Belle Promenade Wädenswil Clone Pinot Noir
Patricia Green: 2023 La Belle Promenade Ghost Barn Block Pinot Noir
Suzor: 2024 La Belle Promenade Pinot Meunier
Suzor: 2024 La Belle Promenade AligotĂŠ
Hazelfern: 2023 La Belle Promenade Pinot Noir
This is a rare opportunity to taste La Belle Promenade wines side by side with the people behind them, experiencing one celebrated vineyard through many distinct perspectives while raising a glass to the close of harvest.
This holiday season we're partnering with local organizations to host nightly fundraising events! Enjoy a pint or a meal and $1 from every McMenamins beer and cider and 15% of food & beverage proceeds will go to the evening's beneficiary.
But that's not all! Because these organizations are near and dear to us, we're doing a raffle for folks who show up for our community on multiple nights! You could win one of three grand prizes:
⢠McMenamins Getaway Package: an overnight stay at a McMenamins
hotel of your choice + $100 gift card.
⢠Mocha Java Coffee Package:a brand-new espresso machine donated by Breville, two McMenamins mugs and two 12 oz
packages of McMenamins coffee.
⢠Dinner & a Movie Package: four tickets to any movie showing at
a McMenamins Theater + $100 gift card.
Be sure to pick up a raffle stamp card on your first visit. Click here to see the complete schedule of nonprofit organizations we're supporting, plus all the raffle rules.
Friends of Trees inspires people to improve the world around them through a simple solution: Planting trees together. Since 1989 Friends of Trees has planted 1 million trees and native shrubs in neighborhoods and natural areas in six counties across two states. We've done this by bringing together over 75,000 community members.
Learn more about Friends of Trees and donate by having fun with us!
Taberna Flamenca offers the best of Southern Spain in SE Portland. Enjoy authentic Spanish Tapas, a delicious selection of sangria and Spanish wines, and an exhilarating live flamenco performance featuring special guest dancer Amelia Moore of Oleaje Flamenco (Seattle, WA).
Featuring:
Standard Ticket | 6:30 PM | $169 per guest
A five-course dinner paired with exceptional wines and handcrafted whiskey cocktails.
Premium Ticket | 6:00 PM | $218 per guest
Join us for the full five-course dinner, plus:
Limited spots available. Reserve early.
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-FIRST COURSE-
Wagyu Bone Marrow Crostini
Grilled Baguette, Goat Cheese, Wild Mushrooms
Pairing | 'Blue Sky'
High West Double Rye, High West Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Charred Rosemary
-SECOND COURSE-
Candied Wagyu Bacon
Butter Lettuce, Spiced Walnut, Red Radish, Mustard Vinaigrette
Pairing | Sea Smoke, Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills
-THIRD COURSE-
Braised Wagyu Short Rib
Parsnips, Butternut Squash, Crispy Leeks
Pairing | Lingua Franca, âAVNI,â Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
-FOURTH COURSE-
Sliced Wagyu Strip
Whipped Yukon Golds, Roasted Asparagus, Fig Demi
Pairing | Double Diamond, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville
-FIFTH COURSE-
Hazelnut Chocolate Tart
Biscoff Crumbs, Frangelico Cream, Sea Salt
Pairing | 'Golden Hour'
High West Bourbon, High West Double Rye, Hazelnut, Chocolate, Mocha Foam, 24K Gold Leaf
MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER. REFUNDS NOT PERMITTED.
'Blue Sky' cocktail (left). Sliced Wagyu Strip, paired with Double Diamond, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville (center). Hazelnut Chocolate Tart paired with 'Golden Hour' cocktail (right)
Premium Ticket holders receive an exclusive Mortonâs and Westholme branded commemorative two-piece gift set.
Premium Ticket holders join us at 6:00 PM for a Wagyu Tartare tasting, paired with Sea Smoke, 'Sea Spray,' Blanc de Noirs, Sta. Rita Hills
The Portland Princess Ball returns bigger, more enchanting, and more unforgettable than ever! Explore three magical ballrooms and meet nine beloved princesses as they bring their stories to life through special interactions, live performances, photos, and dancing.
Meet the royal team. These queens and princesses are kind, sweet, and gentle, with hearts full of love for children. They embody grace and warmth, ensuring every moment is magical. Many of the performers are professional dancers, actors, and singers, bringing their talents and charisma to life with every wave of the wand. Of course, theyâre always true to character, making each experience unforgettable.
The princess roster:
* Princess appearances are subject to change in case of illness, emergency, or circumstances beyond control.
Event Highlights:
Presented by Veganizer, World Vegan Month is back for its fourth year. Enjoy delicious food and drink specials at 35 participating businesses, from restaurants and bakeries to food carts and pop-ups. Enjoy vegan specials for a cause all month long. Collect stamps to complete a stamp card for a chance to win gift cards.
A portion of sales from each special will be donated to a cause chosen by that business. Together, we will support a variety of causes, including humanitarian, cultural, environmental, animal, equity and justice organizations.
World Vegan Month was founded in November 1994 to mark The Vegan Society's 50th anniversary. Today, World Vegan Month is celebrated worldwide to recognize the vegan movement and vegan communities everywhere. The World Vegan Month program is a way to celebrate in Portland while highlighting local businesses and raising awareness of important causes.
Old Charter Finest Oak - Smoked Salmon Crostini
Bookerâs Small Batch - Salami and Gouda Sandwich
Thomas H. Handy Rye - Crispy Pork Belly
Woodford Masterâs Collection - Blu Cheese Crostini
Pappy 15 - Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Barrell Dovetail Bourbon - Chocolate Torte with Maldon Sal
Tools are provided. Work gloves and sturdy footwear recommended. Activities may include: removing invasive plants, mulching native plants, planting native shrubs and trees, and trail maintenance. We provide snacks but recommend you bring a water bottle. Restrooms are on site. Also, we also collect empty pop cans and bottles for the West Linn Food Pantry! Any help is appreciated!! Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. Meeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the main parking lot near the shed. Look for the SOLVE signs. They will direct you to the correct spot. Address: 19900 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR 97068 | Map Link What to Bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience. Feel free to bring your personal tools if available and a reusable water bottle to support our sustainability efforts. What's Provided: We will provide work gloves, tools and collection containers. Restrooms: Public restrooms are available at the park. Parking: Parking is available at the park. Transit: Not available nearby Accessibility: This area may not be easily accessible for folks with mobility concerns. Translation Services: There will be a Spanish speaker present at this event. Participant Age Guidelines: All Ages Welcome Groups: If you'd like to register a group, please create a team first. For detailed instructions, revi
Join an evening where chefs, winemakers, and farmers come together to share the harvest â an evening of food, land, and community unfolding beneath an open sky. Guests will rotate in small groups to taste a dish and wine pairing developed by three chefs and three winemakers from the roster of TASTE's past partners in three different settings around the estate. Then, come together for dessert and celebration during the golden hour program, culminating with dancing under the stars.
Supporting Adelante Mujeres means investing in the Latine community to cultivate opportunity, leadership, and resilience â strengthening the roots that help communities rise together. In addition to Adelante Mujeres, proceeds from this year's TASTE for Equity Event Series also benefit two additional powerful Portland organizations: APANO, uniting Asian and Pacific Islanders to build power and advance equity, and ELSO Inc., cultivating generations of innovators and problem solvers for local and global impact.
Party bus transportation from a central location in Portland will be offered to all guests for an additional cost at the time of checkout when you purchase your ticket. Please join and extend the evening of fun, and make sure you get home safely.
Seats are limited, and this event will sell out. If youâve been to a TASTE event before, you know. If this is your first time â welcome. This table was made for you. Tickets are 75-$250 on a sliding scale. Lower-priced tickets are reserved for those working in the F&B service industry.
Project Information:
Weâll work to clear this remote trail of brush, logs and other debris, and improve tread where needed.
Hiking information:
Weâll drive to the top of Horsetail Creek Trail and work our way down. The first few work days wonât involve much hiking, but the hike will become longer as we work toward the Bell Creek junction.
You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.
Event details:
Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If youâre volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.
What to bring:
What to wear:
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.
EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregonâs trails a place where people can go to connect with nature & one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.
PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a personâs actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.
While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.
Welcome youth in 7th-12th grade who want to make a difference in their community through the library!
We welcome newcomers! Reach out to let us at [email protected] to let us know youâre attending.
We meet the following Thursday dates from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Portland Soup Showdown brings together Portland chefs and culinary teams for an afternoon of incredible soup, friendly competition, and community impact at Midtown Beer Garden. Taste your way through soups from Han Oak, Magna Kusina, Fabrika: Kachkaâs Distillery and Zakuski Bar, Jacqueline, Olympia Provisions, Alma, Obon Shokudo, Norah, Tartuca, and more, then cast your vote for the Peopleâs Choice winner.
A Chefâs Choice panel featuring Lisa Schroeder of Motherâs Bistro, Javier Canteras of Urdaneta, and chef and food industry professional Arielle Clark will crown its own winner.
Hosted by Quesa Dâ Mondays, the afternoon will also feature raffle prizes, drinks, and plenty of friendly competition. Proceeds benefit Stone Soup PDXâs culinary workforce training and Community Meals programs, which prepare more than 2,100 meals each week for Portland-area community partners.
The milestone of 1,000 blankets is being celebrated at the Samaritan Lodge in downtown Milwaukie. The gathering features light refreshments and cake, with opportunities to relax, make squares, pick up yarn to take home, or help lay out a blanket. Guests can also view the blanket that marks the 1,000 milestone.
Hey Seattle friends! Join us at Elliott's Oyster House for Oyster New Year! The event will feature 40+ shuckers expertly shucking 18,000 raw oysters. There will be premium wines (including Love & Squalor), local microbrews, and spirits, as well as other fresh seafood and desserts. The event will also feature a sprint shucking competition, a Peopleâs Choice âMost Beautiful Oysterâ Contest, and the famous oyster luge!
Ridgefield Main Street presents Sips of the Season, a downtown wine, cider, beer and spirits walk, from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 7. Guests can enjoy seasonal tastings at participating downtown Ridgefield businesses. Two ticket packages are available: five tastings for $25 or ten tastings for $45. Each ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass, goodie bag and map of participating locations. The 21-and-over event is a fundraiser for Ridgefield Main Street. Proceeds support programs and projects that strengthen downtown Ridgefield. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.
Get ready for the 92nd Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival, a one-day celebration in Verboort, Oregon.
Bring your appetite for the famous all-you-can-eat sausage and kraut dinner, or take home bulk sausage and kraut to create your own festival feast. Don't miss the one-of-a-kind Bazaar, filled with vintage jewelry, plants, handmade holiday dĂŠcor, potholders and quilts, and homemade baked goods and jams. There's fun for the whole family, including kids' activities, family bingo, festival merchandise, and plenty of photo opportunities. Guests 21 and older can relax in the beer garden with beer, wine, cider, sausage and kraut, and college football on the big screens.
Come celebrate the community spirit of nearly 850 volunteers and discover why the Verboort Sausage and Kraut Festival is always worth marking on your calendarâthe first Saturday in November.
Learn how to make willow cuttings and install them into the floodplain habitat of Crabapple Creek and the Multnomah Channel. This will enhance native habitat for conservation strategy species including Northern red-legged frogs, coastal cutthroat trout, trumpeter swans, acorn woodpeckers and more! Sunday, November 1st, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM Pre-registration is required. All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs. Youth age 15 may volunteer without an adult present. Accessibility: The planting site is about 1/2 mile from the parking area on a flat gravel path. Planting will be on uneven ground. We'll provide: Planting gloves, tools, snacks and warm beverages. What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Dress for the weather: extra layers are helpful. What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear. Thanks to our project partners and funders! Metro Regional Government, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and ODFW Oregon Conservation Recreation Fund. Address: 21899 Northwest Saint Helens Road Portland, OR 97231 | Map Link Click Here to Register Important Registration Notice This event is promoted by SOLVE but is not managed through SOLVEâs volunteer system. Registration, waivers, and event oversight are the responsibility of the event's host. Volunteers should review and complete all host-provided materials prior to partici
Join Bethanyâs Table for an exciting evening with LâEcole No. 41, one of Washingtonâs most iconic wineries. Weâll taste 12 distinctive wines, paired with a delicious progression of small bites and substantial dishes crafted to complement every pour.
Discover what makes LâEcoleâs wines so special, meet fellow wine lovers, and settle in for a night of great food, great wine, and even better company.
Come hungry. Leave inspired. đˇ
Sign up for the poster session here!
The 2026 Pauling Medal will be presented to Professor Wooley at the 2026 Pauling Medal Symposium on November 7, 2026, at Portland State University in Portland, OR, in recognition of her pioneering studies.
Information about the symposium is posted at the Pauling Medal web page. The symposium includes lectures by eminent scientists and the awardee, a student poster session, a reception, and an evening banquet with presentation of the Pauling Medal to Professor Wooley.
The symposium is free and open to the public. The Awards Dinner is open to the public but requires advance purchase of a banquet ticket. Please visit the Pauling Medal web page for event details and banquet tickets.
Schedule:
Get ready to turn up the Selena spirit at a fabulous drag brunch celebrating the Queen of Tejano. From âComo La Florâ to âBidi Bidi Bom Bom,â the queens will bring the iconic looks, powerhouse performances, and undeniable Selena energy. So grab your besties, put on your glitter, and get ready to feel âI Could Fall in Loveâ all over again. Hosted by Kharisma.
Nuwave Runway is a celebration of the Pacific Northwest fashion community and the many designers, models, creatives, businesses, nonprofits, and organizations that make it unique. This yearâs theme is âAwareness,â focusing on increasing visibility of the fashion industry in the PNW and highlighting communities and talent that deserve more recognition.
The evening will begin with a pre-show dinner social at 6:00 p.m., followed by the fashion show at 7:00 p.m., featuring over nine designers from across the Pacific Northwest, showcasing their unique designs and perspectives on the runway.
Throughout the show, designers will have an opportunity to introduce themselves, share the stories and inspiration behind their designs, and talk about who they are. Select sponsors will also have the opportunity to speak about their fashion-related business or nonprofit, helping connect the audience with organizations contributing to the growth of the PNW fashion community. The dress code is to wear anything fun and fashionable in your own way.
The 92nd Annual Verboort Sausage and Sauerkraut Festival is a one day celebration of food, fun, and tradition in the small Dutch community of Verboort near Portland, held in support of Visitation Catholic School and Church. Enjoy a seated dining room experience with unlimited sausage and sauerkraut, with reduced pricing for seniors, veterans, and children, and no charge for children under 5. Drive through and walk up to-go dinners are available, and bulk sausage and sauerkraut can be purchased to take home. Throughout the day, explore a bustling marketplace with a bazaar, baked goods, exclusive merchandise, a Christmas shop, and childrenâs games. Additional highlights include bingo, a beer garden, a snack booth, and a plant sale.
Join Vancouver Elks Lodge #823 on Saturday, November 7, 2026, for a special evening honoring our veterans and thanking them for their service.
The evening begins with a social hour at 5:00 PM, followed by a delicious Prime Rib Dinner at 6:30 PM, featuring mashed potatoes and green beans.
Guests will also enjoy a Veterans Day Service presented by the Lodge Officers, a special performance by The Vancouver Music Organization Ceremonial Trumpets, and a video slideshow honoring our veterans.
Dinner is FREE for veterans and $35 for non-veterans. This event is open to the public, and everyone is welcome to attend!
Reservations are requested. Please contact the Lodge office at (360) 256-0823 or reserve your dinner through Zeffy. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/veterans-dinner-5
Location: Vancouver Elks Lodge #823, 11605 SE McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver, WA 98683.
Come together with friends, family, and neighbors for an evening of appreciation, remembrance, and community as we honor those who have served our country.
The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a welcoming space to gather in community, remember those weâve lost, and share in the traditions that help us keep them close. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and make a place at the table for the dead. Grief can be hard to understand, and sometimes what we need most is community, ritual, conversation, and food.
Together, weâll explore how different cultures and traditions call to, honor, and make offerings to those who have died. In the spirit of DĂa de Muertos, weâll create a shared space where the living and the dead can gather around the same table.
Weâll begin with a creative activity led by Mario Mesquita, inviting us to reflect on memory, food, and our relationships with those weâve lost. Participants will be introduced to the ritual elements that will carry us through the evening.
Laura Green will lead a community conversation about intercultural traditions of DĂa de Muertos and other ways communities call to and remember their dead. Participants will have an opportunity to share stories, traditions, and memories, and to dedicate an offering to someone they have lost.
Bea Yeh will introduce the tradition of Hungry Ghost and lead us in making an offering to the dead. Weâll set places at our table for those who are no longer with us and share food as an act of remembrance and connection.
Our community offerings and tributes will be gathered at Ximena Moralesâs altar, creating a shared space of remembrance that connects the different traditions and offerings brought into the room.
Throughout the evening, weâll create something together through words, offerings, and remembrance. Weâll dedicate a community poem to the dead and close our gathering with a collective ritual of words, sound, and stillness.
Please bring:
The Portland Grief House is honored to continue this tradition, originally started by Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro is excited to partner with Portland Grief House to create a space for English- and Spanish-speaking community members to gather, remember, share traditions, and honor the dead together.
Schedule
4:00â4:30 PM â Opening Ritual & Activity
4:30â5:45 PM â Community Conversation & Offerings
5:45 PM â Dedication & Closing
Estimated Running Time: 3 hours
Age Recommendation: Ages 10+
The Teen Table is a relaxed, hands-on cooking experience for teens who want to feel more comfortable in the kitchen, learn to cook for themselves, and spend time with other teens who enjoy good food.
Whether theyâre brand new to cooking or already have some experience, weâll focus on building practical skills and confidence. Rather than following strict recipes, teens will learn how to think like a home cookâhow to make decisions, work with what they have, adjust as they go, and turn simple ingredients into food theyâre excited to eat.
Weâll also cover meal planning, kitchen organization, time management, using ingredients thoughtfully, making adjustments, and cleaning up. Most importantly, teens will gain the confidence to cook without needing a recipe to tell them exactly what to do.
Every class ends with everyone sitting down together to enjoy what weâve madeâbecause cooking is more fun when itâs shared, and learning how to feed yourself well is a pretty great skill to have.
The goal is simple: to help teens feel at home in the kitchen, make food they enjoy, and learn how to take care of themselves through cooking.
November Menu:
Herb Roasted Chicken
Seasonal Vegetable Sides
December Menu:
Veggie Chili
Cornbread
What to expect:
Price is per person and includes the class, all ingredients, and dinner.
Each class is hands-on and centered around preparing a meal together. Weâll cook, talk, experiment, ask questions, make mistakes, and figure things out along the way. Thereâs no pressure to already know what youâre doing or to be a âchefââ just a welcoming space to learn at your own pace.
Some food allergies and intolerances can be accommodated, but please note that we may cook with eggs, dairy, nuts, poultry, beef, pork, and fish. If youâre unsure whether the class will be a good fit for your dietary needs, please inquire before registering.
This series is for kids aged 13-18
About our Instructor:
Chef Leta Merrill is the founder and Pasta Maia, a seasoned culinary instructor, and also a mom of teens. She loves cooking with families and teaching young cooks in a fun, hands-on environment. Inspired by the Cucina Povera philosophy of simple, resourceful cooking made with love, Leta brings old-world Italian warmth and a love of gathering around the table to every class.