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SATNOV 7
5:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Talks & LecturesFood & DrinkDining

2026 Linus Pauling Medal Award Symposium

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:

  • 11:00am - 1:00pm: Poster Set-up Time
  • 1:00 - 5:30pm: Symposium in Hoffman Hall
    Symposium speakers

    • Prof. Geoff Coates, Cornell University
    • Prof. Craig Hawker, University of California, Santa Barbara
    • Prof. Doug Keszler (emeritus), Oregon State University
    • Pauling Awardee, Prof. Karen Wooley, Texas A&M University
  • 5:30 - 7:00pm: Reception and poster session in SRTC lobby
  • 7:00 - 10:00pm: Banquet and award lecture in Hoffman Hall
SATNOV 7
3:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Cultural HeritageFood & DrinkStreet FestivalsFairs & MarketsMusic

Frybread Fest 2026!

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at Frybread Fest! We are so excited to be bringing FRYBREAD FEST back for a third year! Join us at Director Park in Downtown Portland to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on Saturday, November 7, 2026 (11

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at Frybread Fest! We are so excited to be bringing FRYBREAD FEST back for a third year! Join us at Director Park in Downtown Portland to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on Saturday, November 7,...
WEDNOV 11
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $61Food & DrinkWine TastingsMuseums

Harvest Celebration: Where Wine & Art Meet | PAM + WVWA

Join us for Harvest Celebration, a one-of-a-kind evening where the worlds of art and wine come together in the heart of Portland. Presented by the Portland Art Museum and the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, this immersive tasting experience celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship, and intersection between artists and winemakers. Enjoy wines from 54 Willamette Valley wineries alongside engaging artistic experiences, seasonal culinary offerings, and opportunities for discovery throughout the evening. Each artist will be paired with a collection of participating wineries, creating unique intersections between visual art and winemaking. Meet the artists, learn about their creative process, and discover how artistic expression and winegrowing share a common foundation. The evening will also feature a live artist creating work in real time, offering guests a firsthand look at the creative process. Interactive experiences invite attendees to become creators themselves, including opportunities to participate in creative activities. Guests can further extend their experience by exploring works available through the Portland Art Museum's Rental Sales Gallery, offering an opportunity to bring a piece of local art home and continue the experience long after the event concludes. Guests Will Enjoy Tastings from 54 premier Willamette Valley wineries Pinot-friendly grazing boards and seasonal bites Six featured artist and winery pairing experiences Live art demonstrations Hands-on interactive experiences throughout the event Opportunities to connect with featured artists and winemakers Access to artwork from the Portland Art Museum’s Rental Sales Gallery, with opportunities to purchase or rent pieces for your home Raise a glass, discover something new, and experience the harvest season through a fresh lens—where every bottle tells a story, and every work of art sparks a connection. Ticket Options VIP Admission – $135 5:00 - 9:00pm Includes one hour of exclusive early access, premium tasting opportunities, passed hors d’oeuvres, and more intimate opportunities to connect with featured artists and winery representatives before general admission begins. General Admission – $105 6:00 - 9:00pm Includes event entry, wine tastings, seasonal culinary offerings, access to artist experiences, live demonstrations, and interactive activations throughout the evening. Alcohol-Free General Admission (No Wine Tasting) – $55 5:00 - 9:00pm Includes event entry, access to artist experiences and interactive activations, non-alcoholic beverage offerings, and seasonal culinary selections. *Please note: this event will take place in Portland Art Museum's Grand Ballroom, and does not include access to the Museum galleries. Participating Wineries Adelsheim Vineyard Alexana Estate Amaterra Ambar Estate Approachment Wine Company Balsall Creek Bellingar Estates Bergström Wines Boedecker Cellars Burton Bittman Wines Brick House Vineyards Chehalem Winery Chosen Family Wines Cooper Mountain Vineyards Cristom Vineyards Dobbes Family Winery Domaine Divio Domaine Serene Dominio IV Durant Vineyards Dusky Goose Erath Evesham Wood & Haden Fig Eyrie Vineyards Gran Moraine Holocene Wines J. Christopher & Appassionata Estate Jachter Family Wines Knudsen Vineyards La Biblioteca Lachini Vineyards Lange Estate Winery Left Coast Estate Lingua Franca Lundeen Wines Lytle-Barnett & Aubaine Matzinger Davies Nicolas-Jay Nysa Vineyard Olive Hamilton Russell Open Claim Vineyard Raptor Ridge Winery Résonance REX HILL Ridgecrest ROCO Roots Wine Co Saffron Fields Vineyard Stoller Family Estate Terra Vina Wines Trout Lily Ranch White Rose Estate Willamette Valley Vineyards Winderlea
SATNOV 7
3:15 PM – 4:15 PM
Food & DrinkTalks & LecturesAuthor Talks

Happy Snacking, Don’t Die!: Alexis Nikole Nelson

Alexis Nikole Nelson, best known to millions of fans as Black Forager, invites you on an adventure to discover the delicious and wild foods hiding in plain sight. Alexis captivates people with her joyful enthusiasm and deep knowledge of foraging...
WEDNOV 11
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 PaidFood & DrinkWine TastingsMuseumsLearning & TechHolidays & Seasonal

Harvest Celebration: Where Wine & Art Meet

Join us for Harvest Celebration, a one-of-a-kind evening where the worlds of art and wine come together in the heart of Portland. Presented by the Portland Art Museum and the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, this immersive tasting...
WEDNOV 11
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💰 $55-$135MuseumsFood & DrinkWine Tastings

Harvest Celebration at Portland Art Museum

Discover where art and wine meet at Harvest Celebration, an immersive evening at the Portland Art Museum. Taste wines from 54 Willamette Valley wineries while exploring artistic experiences, seasonal culinary offerings, and the creative...
SUNNOV 8
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cultural HeritageCraftsWorkshopsHolidays & SeasonalKids & FamilyFood & DrinkDance

Diwali Festival

Diwali, “the festival of lights,” is a holiday celebrated all across India. In collaboration with the Indian-American community, NWCT is excited to bring the festivities back to The Judy. Create a beautiful rangoli, make a lantern, learn a...
WEDNOV 11
5:00 PM
💰 $61+CraftsMuseumsGalleriesFood & DrinkWine TastingsWorkshops

Harvest Celebration: Where Wine and Art Meet

Join the Harvest Celebration, a one-of-a-kind evening where the worlds of art and wine come together in the heart of Portland. Presented by the Portland Art Museum and the Willamette Valley Wineries Association, this immersive tasting experience...
FRINOV 13
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
+3 dates
Farmers MarketsFood & Drink

Portland State University - Portland Farmers Market — Regular (Adjusted)

Our year-round flagship farmers market, under the canopy of giant elm trees on the campus of Portland State University (PSU), welcomes up to 9,000 shoppers on a summer Saturday. Portland-area residents and chefs, along with visitors from around...

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