The Short List November 14-16, 2014

Alice & Wonderland

Brrr – winter is upon us! Don’t forget to bundle up as you head out to enjoy this weekend and upcoming week’s fun about town.

 

Opening Nov 14

Alice & Wonderland

Tears of Joy Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland

Join Alice down the rabbit hole in this musical puppet adaptation of a classic tale. Opens Fri 11/14 and runs weekends through 11/23. $14-21, tojt.org.

 

Nov 15

GirlFest

GirlFest 2014 is Here!

The biggest Girl Scout celebration of the year – all are welcome (including non-Girl Scouts and boys). Participate in outdoor, science, and other activities and workshops, and stick around ‘til the end for a performance by American Idol finalist Jessica Sanchez! $15, girlscoutsosw.org/girlfest

 

Nov 15

Brookwood Holiday Bazaar

Start Holiday Shopping at Brookwood Holiday Bazaar and Book Fair

Support local businesses and Brookwood Elementary School! With 80 vendors, door prizes, food, and a Scholastic Book Fair, there’s something for everyone. Free admission and parking, facebook.com/events/714288598643578

 

Nov 15

crafty

Get Crafty with Grandma and Grandpa at the Craft Factory

2-for-1 craft special for grandparents and grandchildren! Choose a craft base and have access to unlimited embellishments to perfect your creation. $12, craftfactorypdx.com

 

Nov 15-16

Ivy & Bean

Oregon Children’s Theatre presents Ivy + Bean: The Musical

A rollicking, opposites-attract adventure about a most unlikely pair: kind and quiet Ivy, and loud and wild Bean. But Ivy has a secret… she’s a witch! $15-30, octc.org

 

Nov 19

The Not-Its

The Not-Its! Perform with Yo Gabba Gabba

Two great family-friendly performances in one! Join the Not-Its! and your favorite toy rock stars for a high-energy, 80s-style music and dance party. $23-43, yogabbagabbalive.com, wearethenot-its.com