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COLUMBIA GORGE STERNWHEELER CRUISES
Dinner, lunch or brunch cruises in the beautiful
Sternwheeler up the scenic Columbia Gorge. For schedule information
call (503) 223-3928. Yachts-O-Fun also offers short cruises on
the Willamette, Columbia, and Columbia Gorge.
FAIRS
Portland's Multnomah County Fair is just one
of four county fairs held every summer in the greater Portland
area. Across the Columbia River in Vancouver, the Clark County
Fair features nationally known entertainment. The Clackamas County
Fair on the southeast side of Portland and the Washington County
Fair to the west have great rides, entertainment and fun for the
entire family. Just one hour south of Portland is the state Capitol,
Salem, which hosts the Oregon State Fair at summer's end.
GROTTO
Offers 58 acres of peace, beauty and solitude
in the beautiful Historic Monument of Mary, Mother of God. The
heart of the Sanctuary is Our Lady's Grotto.
MT. HOOD FESTIVAL OF JAZZ
This festival has received national attention
and is held at the Mt. Hood Community College Stadium. The program
includes a jazz round robin featuring 12 local jazz bands at 12
local restaurants. Friday night, the weekend begins with the Great
Street Dance in Gresham where Main Street is blocked off and at
least three bands jam with famous guest soloists and singers.
Saturday and Sunday, the music continues in an outdoor picnic-like
atmosphere with many talented local and nationally known musicians
and vocalists. Food and drink abound, and fun, great music, and
sun are everywhere.
MT. HOOD/TIMBERLINE LODGE
The State's highest mountain towers 11,000 feet
and keeps visitors entertained all year long. Skiing is available
all year, as well as hiking, climbing, and fishing. Timberline
Lodge was built in the 1930's by the W.P.A. and is at the 6,000-foot
level of beautiful Mt. Hood.
OREGON COAST
The Pacific Ocean offers 400 miles of unspoiled,
gorgeous coastline. Just over an hour from Portland's downtown,
the coast is a great side excursion. Shilo Inns dominates the
coast with six lovely locations. Check our location in Seaside,
Warrenton/Astoria, Tillamook & Newport.
OREGON MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & INDUSTRY (OMSI)
The entire family is invited to explore and experience
science first-hand. New location at 1945 SE Water Avenue on the
east bank of the Willamette River. For theater schedules and exhibit
information, call (503) 797-4000. Open daily except December 25.
PIONEER COURTHOUSE SQUARE
The downtown Portland public square with its
Corinthian pillars and lavender and purple tiled waterfall offers
a pleasant stopping point. Its brick-paved floor is engraved with
names of over 60,000 financial contributors to its construction.
PORTLAND BUILDING
The newer civic building with its garlanded ledges
provides a sturdy platform for Portlandia, an almost 37-foot hammered
copper sculptural representation of the female figure on the Portland
city seal. Second only to the Statue of Liberty in size for a
sculpture of this kind.
PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
Features all types of racing from local motor
cross racing, drag racing and local car clubs to internationally
known drivers of the CART/PPG Indy Car World Series and Grand
Prix races.
PORTLAND MEADOWS
Enjoy horse racing every Friday, Saturday and
Sunday from late October to late April. Glass-enclosed, climate
controlled grandstand has three floors of excellent viewing area,
plus everything from hot dogs and cold beer to cocktails and complete
dinners. Closed circuit TV monitors throughout the facility. Accessible
paddock area for a close look at horses and jockeys before each
race. Come early Sunday for a free handicapping class.
PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Home of the Portland Vikings and School of Performing
Arts (call 503-229-3105 for scheduling). For additional news on
concerts and entertainment, call (503) 229-3711.
Oregon Zoo, Forestry Center,
Rose Garden & Japanese Garden
Located in Washington Park off Highway 26, these
attractions shouldn't be missed!
ROSE FESTIVAL
Held every spring, this 17-day festival attracts
nationwide attention to its more than fifty events including the
spectacular Grand Floral Parade, the Junior Rose Parade, the carnival-like
Fun Center, CART/PPG Indy Car World Series Races, Hot Air Balloon
Classic, the arrival of Naval Ships from several nations, the
Annual Rose Show, and many more family fun activities.
We can provide the names of recreational booking
agents and/or guides for many of the aforementioned activities.
SHILO RESERVATIONS
toll-free
Nationwide 1-800-222-2244
Contact the Portland/Oregon Visitors Association
at 222-2223 for visitor information or at 233-3333 for events
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