OCTOBER 2018 EVENTS
Calendar Listing for Oregon and Southwest Washington
(Updated Regularly)

Glass Floats Treasure Hunting Season
February 1 - April 30

February through April is Beach Treasure Hunt season in Gold Beach.  Find a tagged glass float on our beach. Bring it to the Visitor Center to see if you’ve won a prize. There are weekly and monthly prizes.  First, make sure you search for the glass floats in the right location. They’re above the high surf line in the driftwood and beach grass.  Also, you will only find them from the Rogue River jetty to south of Kissing Rock.  That’s almost 3 miles of treasure hunting on our awesome beaches!...More

Portland International Film Festival
March 7 - 21

The Portland International Film Festival (PIFF) is an annual showcase of the very best in new world cinema.  Established in 1977 and drawing an audience of over 40,000, PIFF is the largest film event in Oregon, premiering more than 140 international shorts and feature films to Portland audiences each February.  Audiences can experience a variety of parties, visiting artists, and plenty of festival adventure taking in this feast of cinematic fare.  It will be held from March 7 - 21.  Screenings are at the Whitsell Auditorium within the Portland Art Museum: 1219 SW. Park Ave. in Portland.  Go to nwfilm.org.   

"The No Play" by PassinArt
March 14 - April 14
(Non-Annual)

PassinArt: A Theatre Company presents John Henry Redwood’s "The No Play", a story about family bonds, profound love, and cultural connections.  The “No” title refers to signs generally displayed in the south during Jim Crow segregation.  "The No Play" conveys the racially divided world of Halifax, North Carolina in the late 1940s.  The Cheeks family, Rawl and his wife Mattie and their children call Halifax home.  Mattie is an African American woman struggling to raise her two daughters and protect her marriage after her husband leaves Halifax to look for work in Alabama.  While surviving the insurmountable effects of racism and bigotry, Mattie finds an ally in Yaveni Aaronsohn a Jewish scholar and writer who also must endure and overcome the reality of racial intolerance.  Yaveni is researching a book on the similarities and differences between the prejudice and victimization experienced by Black and Jewish people.  "The No Play" runs March 14 through April 14, 2019, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. at the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center: 5340 N. Interstate Ave. in Portland.  Post-show discussions on March 24 and April 7.  For tickets, go to www.passinart.org or call (503) 235-8079.

World Kite Museum:
Spring Break Family Kite Fun
March 15 - April 15
(Coastal Washington State)

Make your own kite, fold origami and enjoy games at the Kite Museum during spring break.  And don't forget to play the Kite Festival poster game...More 

44th Annual Quiltfest Northwest:
Regional Quilt & Fiber Arts Show
March 28 - 30
(Southwest Washington)

Clark County Quilters celebrates their 44th year with their annual quilt show titled "Blues and Lights: Quilters' Delight".  Expect to see upwards of 500 quilts, most of which were made by guild members. This is not a juried show and skills range from the very beginning quilter up to international award winners. There will be a vendor mall and several special exhibits including the Fort Vancouver Tapestry...More

Airing of the Quilts
March 22 - 23

You'll enjoy over 100 beautiful quilts on display during the "Airing of the Quilts" and get inspiration fro local vendors.  It's a chance for quilt enthusiasts and admirers to get inspired by quilting!  There will be local vendors and food available.  Special guest this year is Cathy Erickson who will be speaking on "Baltimore Goes Modern"...More 

45th Annual Quilt Show:
"A Festival of Quilts"
March 22 - 23

Northwest Quilters Inc. presents the 45th Annual Quilt Show called "A Festival of Quilts".  They'll have over 300 quilts on display, vendors, Build-a-Block Quilts of Valor, Treasure Hunt for kids, food and beverages.  This year's featured quilter is Carrie Perkins...More

Northwest Horse Fair and Expo
March 22 - 24

Join the “round-up” of horse lovers for the 20th anniversary celebration of the Northwest Horse Fair and Expo, presented by Akins Trailers, March 22 through 24, 2019 in Albany, Oregon!  See fancy dancing horses, mighty mustangs, stunning stallions, and exciting equine entertainment…all at one venue!  Learn from world-class riders and trainers teaching daily clinics! Take in the Colt Starting Challenge USA, BreyerWest, and shop at the gigantic trade show!  This family-friendly event is perfect for horse lovers of all ages, with something for everyone!...More 

3rd Annual PDX Tequila, Mezcal & Taco Festival
Saturday, March 23

Come THROUGH Portland! Join us as we welcome Spring at the 3rd annual PDX TEQUILA, MEZCAL, TACO FESTIVAL!  This year we're bringing together our region's legit taco makers to compete for fan favorite for BEST TACO IN PDX.  Pair your tacos with a diverse selection of agave spirits and tropical margaritas, provided in partnership with some excellent agave spirit producers.  This year we return to the amazing and spacious Portland Expo Center located in North Portland along the Yellow Max line, making it easy for you to arrive at the Festival safely and in style.  Spacious, high ceilings, great lighting, will be joined with ambient live music, Mariachi and awesome DJs. Be sure to consider VIP tickets with exclusive early entry one and a half hours prior to GA, with additional snacking.  You can feel good about each sip or bite you take as proceeds will benefit our selected non-profit this year: Oregon Food Bank, all to make sure that no one goes hungry.  Bring non-perishable foods (cans, boxes, jars) or make a monetary donation.  We have a special surprise raffle in place...More 

Yachats Original Arts & Crafts Fair
March 23 - 24

The Yachats Original Arts & Crafts Fair includes up to 80 Pacific Northwest artists and crafters selected for the superb quality of their art.  Media include original paintings; handcrafted jewelry; art glass; pottery; furniture; water features; woodwork and mixed media; clay vessels; sculpture; stained glass; ceramic tiles; natural fiber textiles; screen prints; photography; gourmet spice and food products; natural bath products; recycled garden art; toys and more.  The variety of arts and crafts here allows something for every pocketbook and interest...More