Events and Outings

The Short List: Family Events This Weekend August 9-11

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Check out our curated picks for family fun and kid friendly events this weekend in the Portland area. Get out and have fun, and check out our online calendar for more!

Friday, August 9, 2019 @ 4-8 pm

Ruby Jewel Ice Cream Tasting

Ruby Jewel Ice Cream is ready to turn their new test kitchen space into an interactive ice cream hub with drop-in tastings throughout the summer. Customers can meet Founder and Flavor Creator Lisa Herlinger as she handcrafts small batch flavors, mixes new toppings and celebrates the company’s popular ice cream sandwich. FREE Summer Ice Cream Sandwich Tastings, held at Ruby Jewel, 1650 NW 23rd Avenue

Saturday, August 10, 2019 @ 10 am – 5 pm

Smokey Bear’s 75th Birthday Party @ World Forestry Center Discovery Museum

Help celebrate Smokey Bear’s 75th Birthday! Smokey Bear himself will be making an appearance from 11am-1pm, the first 50 visitors will receive FREE Smokey swag, and there will be crafts, activities, and cupcakes!

Museum Admission
$8 for adults
$7 for seniors (age 62+)
$5 for youth (3 through 18)
free for children under 3

Sunday, August 11, 2019 @ 12 – 6 pm

Alice in Wonderland Art Event @ Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront

Don’t miss this opportunity to see incredible art by Christopher Clark who will sign and add paint highlights/embellishments to purchased artwork making each piece one of a kind. There will be multiple exhibits of Alice in Wonderland, Harry Potter, Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics & Anime art from additional artists on display & available to purchase at affordable pricing along with Show Specials. Original oil on canvas paintings will also be available for purchase. Event is Kid Friendly & for you Harry Potter Fans, BUTTERBEER (both alcoholic & non-alcoholic) will be available. Cosplayers are also encouraged to attend.