The Short List: July 17-19

Stuff your face with berries, catch some outdoor fun, and/or hug some trees! Summer is in full swing so get out there and soak it up.

 

July 17-18

oregon berry festival

Oregon Berry Festival

It’s berry season, and what better way to celebrate than to go to a festival? Learn about the health benefits of these yummy fruits, watch demos for cooking with berries, paint with berries, witness a blackberry pie contest! Free, oregonberryfestival.com

 

July 17-19

movies in the park

Movies in the Park

Grab a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a family-friendly flick at one of Portland’s beautiful parks. Local music sets the mood and movies start at dusk. This weekend’s lineup: The Imitation Game, Annie, Back to the Future, and The Goonies! Free, www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/489142

 

July 17-19

sand in the city

Sand in the City

See some seriously beautiful sand sculptures right in the heart of the city! Watch the competition, then play in the Children’s Sand Box, get your face painted, and enjoy live music all day. $4-10 suggested donation, sandinthecitypdx.org

 

July 18

tree hug

The World’s Greatest Tree Hug

Be a part of history-making at Hoyt Arboretum as Portland tries to reclaim the Guinness World Record for most tree-hugging at once (936 people in 2013!). To break South Korea’s 2014 record, more than 1200 huggers are needed. Celebrate environmental awareness with music, activities, and food before the hug at 2pm! Free, treehugpdx.com

 

July 19

playdate pdx

Frozen Fun Ice Cream Social

Enjoy some frozen treats and hang with Princesses Elsa and Anna in honor of International Ice Cream Day! Photo ops, autographs, and playtime all in one. $5, playdatepdx.com