If  you haven’t already, you need to check out Big Al’s newest location in Beaverton. You can choose from bowling, pool, video games, golf simulation and so much more. There are activities available for all ages. Big Al’s features a Sports Bar & Grill as well as an over 21 bar area.

They specialize in event and parties for every level. Themed birthday parties, team-building corporate activites, you name it, they can create it for you. Check out their website at: http://www.ilovebigals.com/Beaverton/ or drop in to check it out. Big Al’s is located at 14950 SW Barrows Road, Beaverton, Oregon. 503.748.6118

Resort at The Mountain "I HEART Dad! And Golf!" Special

What better way to show appreciation for Dad than to treat him to a golf getaway at The Resort at The Mountain with its new “I HEART Dad! And Golf!” package, available June 16-20, 2011.

This Father’s Day package includes 18 holes of golf for two with cart at The Courses and overnight accommodations in a well-appointed guest room with private patio or balcony, 42” HDTV, mini-fridge and more.

“It’s the simple things like a round of golf that we dads tend to enjoy on our special day,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “This package is a superb opportunity to spend time together while playing golf and experiencing the Mt. Hood area.”

The Resort, a nature-inspired golf, spa and year-round ski destination located on the western slope of Mt. Hood, is home to The Courses, a historic 27-hole golf club. The Courses is a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, designed to preserve natural habitats, vegetation and streams throughout the fairways, greens and bunkers. For more information about The Courses, visit http://www.TheResortCourses.com or call (503) 622-2216.

The Resort offers a wealth of recreation, including hiking trails, bike rentals, lawn games, outdoor swimming and more.  Guest rooms are outfitted with custom Simmons© Beautyrest Black™ Beverly Hills™ beds, alarm clocks with connection for iPod®, iPhone® or MP3 player, oversized walk-in showers with rainheads, Green Natüra bath amenities, spa robes, hairdryers, coffee makers, mini-refrigerators, ironing boards and irons, 42” wall-mounted HDTVs, functional work space with ergonomic desk chairs, free WiFi, free copy of USA Today and more.

The “I HEART Dad! And Golf!” package starts at $178 and is available June 16-20, 2011. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain or to make a reservation, visit http://www.TheResort.com or call (877) 439-6774.

Are you a vendor in the Willamette Valley? Do you want to showcase your business in front of qualified meeting & event planners? This is the show for you! For advertising information contact denise@bravoportland.com or check out Bravoevent.com.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011 at The Salem Conference Center from 11am-5pm. This event is complimentary for qualified planners.

Stunning river views in the heart of Lake Oswego. Located minutes from downtown Portland yet surrounded by nature, this newly renovated private riverfront site provides an elegant and unique venue for weddings and events, from intimate gatherings to large receptions. Featuring timeless architecture and dramatic vaulted ceilings, garden patios, riverside hardwood decks and unobstructed views of the Willamette River, The Foundry offers a variety of options for a spectacular event any time of year. 

They are currently offering $500 off any 2011 event booked by the end of June. Contact The Foundry at 503. 387.5250 or info@TheFoundryLakeOswego.com for more information.

Features:

• Up to 300 guests
• Flexible indoor/outdoor space
• Dance floor
• High-Fidelity PA System
• Off-street parking

More information and pictures at http://thefoundrylakeoswego.com.

Visit Soiree Boutique tomorrow – Wednesday, May 18th from 5 to 8pm – for their monthly Party! Come browse the boutique and chat with top wedding & event vendors.

A special Soiree Boutique gift bag of discounts & goodies from Soiree Boutique vendors will be given out to all who attend. Great savings for any special event!!!

• Soiree, Special Event Planning: $200 off any planning package.
• David A. Barss Photographer: Complimentary engagement session or equivalent credit.
• Bella Vida: Complimentary Thank You card design when purchasing the design of a Wedding Invitation or Suite Package.
• East West Floral Arts: Custom Treatment for free, a $200 value.
• Vibrant Table Catering & Events: Complimentary toss bouquet if you use them for your flowers and free decorative crinkle linens if you use them for your catering.
• West Coast Event Productions: 15% discount on linens.
• All Wright Music: 15% discount off DJ Services.
• Ambient Sky Couture Wedding Films: $400 off your Couture Wedding Film plus Same Day Edit Package.
• Artistique Photographie: Giving away a $800 Wedding Album.
• Celebration Music & Events: $50 off DJ services, $50 off live music booking OR a free dance lesson.
• Fitbride Northwest: 10% off the purchase of any 12 week Fitbride Northwest package.
• Francoise Weeks European Floral Design: Free bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere, a $200 value upon booking a minimum floral order of $2,500.
• Hybrid Moon Video Productions: Four hours of wedding and reception coverage, “Assemble Edit” and “Short Film Edit” with one DVD in leather case for $1,999 OR single camera coverage for your wedding ceremony and “Assemble Edit” with four DVD’s in eco-friendly Hybrid Moon case for $475.
• Jamie Bosworth Photographer: An Engagement Session complimentary when you book a wedding package for 2011.
• Lavish Floral: 10% off your total wedding floral package.
• Papa Haydn Catering & Wedding Cakes: 10% off food for any event booked with Papa Haydn Catering.
• House of Cards: 10% off your entire contract when booking a ceremony & reception music combo.

7080 SE 16th Ave, Portland, Oregon 97202

A great show last night, Wednesday, May 11 at the Lakewood Center for the Arts. Patrick Lamb, Janice Scroggins, D. K. Stewart and other artists performed a Ray Charles Tribute Concert. It was a sold-out show to benefit Japan. Check out the video here!

Travel Portland Annual Partner Showcase
Tuesday, May 10, 2011: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Oregon Convention Center – Portland Ballroom
777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland

The Showcase will coincide with Travel Portland’s 32nd Annual Tourism & Hospitality Industry Awards Celebration and falls during National Tourism Week.

There is no cost to attend, but attendees should pre-register by Wednesday, May 5, to reserve a pre-printed name badge.

Come to Travel Portland’s 26th Annual Partner Showcase (formerly known as the Visitor Industry Trade Show), where you’ll make connections and discover everything you need to know to plan your next event. This show is a must for meeting planners and local and regional industry professionals who want to see the newest in transportation, entertainment, facilities and services.

New this year: Participate in one of two hour-long educational sessions, which will run concurrently from 1-2 p.m. in the Portland Ballroom.

• Working with the OLCC — Are you making alcohol available and either requiring payment or purchase, or accepting monetary donations at your events? Discuss OLCC rules and regulations regarding events and alcohol.
• Using social media to connect with your target market — Learn how to manage your reputation, increase brand awareness and facilitate conversations with your customers.

For more information check out travelportland.com.

Everyone is invited to attend the Pelican’s 15th Anniversary Party May 7th. Doors will open at 5:30pm, with events starting at 6pm.There will be appetizers, live music by Matthew Price, fire dancers performing from 9pm to 10pm and award-winning Pelican beer. A nostalgic slide show will be presented and a variety of Pelican memorabilia will be on display.

Bring the whole family and help us celebrate!
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Join Patrick Lamb and Friends May 11th at Concert for Japan – Tribute to Ray Charles.  All proceeds benefit Japan disaster.

Muddy Award winning performance. Best Performance of the Year! http://raycharlestribute.com/

May 11th, 7:00 P.M. at Lakewood Center for the Arts in Lake Oswego

Many guest artists:
Linda Hornbuckle
Andy Stokes
Duffy Bishop
Peter Damman
Janice Scroggins
Renato Caranto
Lee Garrett – cowrote Signed Sealed Deliver w/ Stevie Wonder
George Mitchell
Patrick Lamb
Norman Sylvester
Carl Bock
Gretchen Mitchell
Anthony Jones
Gene Houck
DK Stewart

Purchase Tickets to Concert for Japan – Tribute to Ray Charles w/ Patrick Lamb and Friends

Concert for Japan - Tribute to Ray Charles w/ Patrick Lamb and Friends