Hello, weekend and stay weird, Portland! Our local area is kicking things off with a UFO festival and will end with a depressed cake pop-up shop. We promise, it will all make sense as you continue to read along. Have a great time enjoying all the fun!
McMenamins 19th Annual UFO Festival – May 17th – 19th
If you want to get a head start on your weekend, starting today, McMenamins is hosting their 19th annual UFO festival in honor of a McMinnville resident who photographed what appeared to be signs of extraterrestrial life. Join the fun with a parade, pet costume contest, 5k alien dash, trivia night, and more. There will also be several speakers who will tell you all about their alien encounters, UFO secrecy and Area 51.
An Evening with Bill Nye – May 18th
According to some, climate change is here. Bill Nye has taken the matter into his own hands, and will be coming to Portland for the first time ever! His mission is to help others learn more about what we can do to help save our planet. He knows that together, we can work together to move mountains. Meet him and learn more about his mission at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland.
First Annual Portland Dog Boneanza – May 19th
A group of realtors who have a love for their dogs and yoga are thrilled to present their first Annual Portland Dog Boneanza. If you and your furry family member decide to attend, your money and donations will benefit Family Dogs New Life Shelter, a no-kill 501 c3 non-profit in Southeast Portland. Doga (yep, yoga for dogs) will kick off the event at 9am. After doga, there will be plenty of other dog-friendly events throughout the day.
PDX Skincare Festival – May 19th
The PDX Skincare Festival, is a community event where skincare specialist, beauty experts and healthcare organizations unite. They believe an informed community is the best community, so please join event hosts OHSU War on Melanoma™ and Knight Cancer Institute this weekend. You can take advantage of free skin cancer screenings and free skincare services all day. There will also be the NW Melanoma 5K walk & fun run starting at 9:30am, so if you would like to participate with a group or on your own, registration starts at 8:30am.
Mt. Tabor Art Walk 2018 – May 19th & 20th
Artists and art enthusiasts, this event is for you! If you decide to join the Mt. Tabor Art Walk this weekend, you’ll be able to see beautiful work featuring 35 different artists. It’s become a tradition in the area, so if you would like to walk the sites and soak in the beauty of the neighborhood, visit here for more info.
Depressed Cake Shop pop-up – May 20th
Did you know that one in every 5 people will suffer from or be affected by a mental health issue during their lifetime? While the name of the Depressed Cake Shop™ may lead you to believe that it’s a sad establishment, it’s not! It is a unique platform that aims to bring awareness to mental health issues that several people face. Stop by for baked goods. You’ll also be able to talk about how to help raise funds for mental health charities.
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