Seventh Mountain Resort has long been a destination for generations of brides and grooms, families, business and organized groups, and for those looking for an incomparable adventure. Bring your event here and it will be completely taken care of, from accommodations to appetizers and everything in between.

Take advantage of our special offer: Book a meeting for 2012 with 10 rooms per night or more and receive:

Complimentary meeting space with no set up fees (based on f&b minimum)
Complimentary basic AV packages
10% discount on banquet food and beverage
Complimentary 1 hour registration social
Complimentary ice skating or mini golf for conference attendees

Call Liz Taylor at 866-976-4335 or fill out our online RFP at www.seventhmountain.com/?NCK=bravo

Only a few more days until the Willamette Valley Event Showcase at the Salem Conference Center! This will be a culmination of hard work from a fantastic group of people and vendors and we simply can’t wait to see it all come together. This is such a fantastic opportunity for event planners and vendors of the Willamette Valley to meet face to face and do business with each other. For event planners, this show is free, allowing them to preview the services of vendors from all different categories. Caterers? Check. Transportation? Yup. Live entertainment? Oh yeah. Every little detail that goes into throwing an amazing event will be there at your disposal.

Bravo! Publications and the Willamette Valley Showcase was recently featured in the Salem Business Journal and we’re glowing with pride. One of our main efforts is to help stimulate the economy of the Willamette Valley and inspire event planners to throw fantastic events for companies which could in turn, motivate employees. We also want to highlight the amazing companies that are so integral in event planning.

If you’re interested in this event and would like to register for free, you still can up until noon today (October 4th) or on-site at the Salem Conference Center on Thursday October 6th starting at 11 a.m. When you register you will also be able to snag one of our new 2012 Bravo! Event Resource Guide for free.

Come hungry and ready to meet great vendors and other event planners in the area! Below is more information on the event, where to register and some of the vendors that will be there.

Register here

Complete information here

Vendors:

Adam’s Rib

Bentley’s Grill

Flight Deck Restaurant

Roth’s Catering

Wild Pear Catering & Restaurant

Wooden Nickel Catering

Courtell Talent Agency

Destination Events

Will Rogers Live

A to Z Party Rental

Danner & Soli

Eric John Photography

Olson Florists

Special Occasions Parties & Events

West Coast Drape & Blush Furniture

Grand Cru Wine Tours

Konect Aviation (on display outside)

The Trolley (on display outside)

Beckenridge Vineyards

Columbia Cliff Villas

Corvallis Country Club

Evergreen Aviation Museum

Flight Deck Restaurant

Grand Hotel Salem

Independence Civic Center

Kahneeta Resort & Casino

Keizer Renaissance Inn

McMenamins Pubs & Breweries

Mission Mill Museum (Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill)

Salem Conference Center

 August 11-14 at the Rose Quarter. The only city that has hosted the Dew Tour since its inception seven years ago, Portland will once again host the multi-sport event with new additions including a concrete skate street course and a skateboard bowl contest. Raising the stakes this year, the prize purse is increased per event along with the year-end bonuses. Over the course of the season, athletes will compete to accumulate points based on their individual-event finishes, and vie for the most overall points and the title of Dew Cup champion. The full Dew Tour schedule features multi-sport events at each of the four stops, including BMX dirt, park, and vert, and skateboard street and vert. Each event will feature a different mix of disciplines and specialty competitions, exposing returning markets to fresh experiences.
 
To Win a Dew Tour BMX Bike, 4 VIP passes, and a Fred Meyer Gift Card – Go to http://www.rosequarter.com/
To Win Dairy Qween Blizzards for a year and Dew Tour tickets – Go to http://rosequarterblog.com/

Thursday, July 21, 2011, 7am-5pm, Oregon Convention Center

Hear expert speakers, Network, Learn new growth strategies

Portland Business Journal is offering a 20% discount for people registering that are Bravo! Advertisers. Call 503.219.3423 to register and they will give you a special code to receive the discount.

Schedule of Events:

7am-8am  Registration and Continental breakfast, Exhibit hall opens

8am-9:30am Leadership Workshop from Disney Institute-Disney’s approach to quality service

10:00am-11am Breakout Sessions

1- Financing Growth

2- Growing and protecting your brand

11:30am-12:45pm  Keynote Speaker- Harvey Mackay

Boxed Lunch served during speaker

1:15pm-2:15pm Breakout Sessions

1. Technology As Tools for Growth

2. Recruit, Retain & Remove

2:30pm-4pm  Leadership Workshop from Disney Institute- Disney’s approach to Business Excellence

4pm-5pm Networking Reception- Beer & Wine Bar

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.

 The Spring Break at The Mountain package includes a spacious and comfortable guest room, breakfast for two students and up to two adults, and access to all of the spring break activities offered by The Resort including:

Game Room – foosball, ping pong table, air hockey, Nintendo Wii, plus a daily Wii bowling tournament with categories based on age and prizes including a return stay for the family, a pizza and soda party in the guest’s room, and gift baskets;

• Kite Flying – offered on the lawns and kites are sold for $3 each at the front desk;
• Scavenger Hunts – this activity is offered daily and those who complete the scavenger hunt will receive a coupon for a free dessert;
• Family Happy Hour – daily at Altitude from 3 to 5 p.m.; mocktail and cocktail menus available
• Golf – add a round of 18 holes with a golf cart and sack lunch to the Spring Break package for $50;
• Spa – add any 50-minute spa treatment to the Spring Break package for $79;
• Other activities – croquet, lawn bowling, 18-hole putting course, swimming pool, fitness center, tennis, volleyball, badminton, playground, basketball hoop, Frisbee, mountain bikes, sports balls, board games, coloring and arts and crafts.
  

“There’s no shortage of activities for kids of all ages to enjoy with their parents with our Spring Break package,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort.  “This year we’ve made it easier than ever for families to get away from home and enjoy a leisurely vacation or an action-packaged family adventure.”

           The Spring Break at The Mountain package starts at just $129 per night for a family of four (two adults and two children under the age of 12) and is available March 20 through April 30, 2011 to coincide with Oregon and Washington schools’ spring break vacations.

           For more information or to make a reservation, call (877) 439-6774 or visit www.TheResort.com.

Load up the family and head out to The Resort at The Mountain  for an unforgettable spring break family vacation.  The nature-inspired spa, golf and year-round ski destination is nestled on 243 acres less than one hour east of Portland, Ore.

Bravo members who come out to the concert on Saturday at Jimmy Maks

and bring a copy of this Bravo blog post will get a free Christmas CD from

Patrick. Reservations can be made by calling 503-295-6542. Bravo

members will also receive 20% off the Christmas Concerts at the Crown

Ballroom by entering in the promo code “Bravo” on check out at www.ticketsoregon.com.

Don’t miss out on this great show featuring:

Patrick Lamb, David Garibaldi, Roger Smith, Jerry Cortez and Rocky Prestio

Saturday, August 7th- 2 shows! 7:30pm and 10:00pm!

Jimmy Maks

221 NW 10 th Ave

Tickets: ticketsoregon.com, promo code: Bravo

* Our gift to you! McMenamins is now offering a 20% discount on all holiday menus for catered holiday events!

o Available for events between Friday, November 27, 2009 and Sunday, January 31, 2010.
o Discount available on all holiday menus.
o Available anytime – day or night, seven days a week.
o Available at all McMenamins Historic Hotels and Properties.
o Offer available for new bookings only.

o For more information visit us at mcmenamins.com or call 503.492.2777.

* Look no further for the perfect holiday gift. Enjoy one stop shopping with McMenamins Gift Cards!

o One size fits all, easy to wrap, and bulk discounts now available!
o Good at any location, for any product or service!
o $500.00 to $999.00 receives 5% off
o $1000.00 and up receives 10% off
o And schools always receive a 15% discount on any amount – no minimum required.

o Call 503.492.2777 for more information.

Wednesday Happy Hours & A Fabulous Holiday Gala at the historic Tiffany Center Ballroom. Live music, great food, dancing, wine & cocktails! Treat your clients, co-workers & friends to Happy Hours:

Wednesday December 9th & Wednesday December 16th beginning at 4pm.

Enjoy appetizers & drinks while Portland’s well-known musicians fill the room with lively, festive tunes.Reserve tables for 10 or more for this inexpensive holiday gathering.

Need something more impressive? Show off your best dress at our Holiday Gala:

Friday December 18th beginning at 7pm featuring Tom Grant Band with vocals by Shelly Rudolph
Mingle & imbibe during social hour then get ready for a holiday feast while listening, (or dancing!), to magnificent music.

Call now to reserve your table for these affordable options that allow you to celebrate in style.

503.248.9306 | 503.222.0703  – 14th & Morrison, downtown Portland.