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Grand Central Restaurant and Bowling Lounge: Providing Portland the Ultimate Dining & Entertainment Experience. - March 16, 2012

Book Your Next Event at Grand Central Restaurant and Bowling Lounge.  A great location for your casual or business event.

Grand Central can provide events with unparalleled versatility. Used alone or combined, our mezzanine level spaces create a spectacular atmosphere for events large and small. Our private rooms are wired for sound, have high speed internet connections and PowerPoint presentation & slideshow capabilities. Our 12 luxury bowling lanes feature leather couches, coffee tables, and a high tech video and sound system, with full event service available at your lanes.

Grand Central is a full-scale restaurant and bar offering a fusion of contemporary American fare and Pacific Rim influenced cuisine featuring Northwest flavors.

Grand Central Restaurant & Bowling Lounge is ideal for:

  • Corporate Functions
  • Youth Sports Parties
  • Birthdays & Alumni Events
  • Business Luncheons
  • Private Lunch/Dinner Events
  • 2 Private Rooms Available
  • Fireside Lounges

Please contact Grand Central’s Events Coordinator for more information. 503.231.1926 or grandcentralevents@cegportland.com

Spring Break at The Mountain - March 15, 2012

The Resort at The Mountain has created the perfect spring break getaway for a family of four (two adults and two students) starting at just $129 per night.  The “Spring Break at The Mountain” package includes a spacious guestroom with two queen beds, free breakfast for each adult dining with a student, and access to The Resort’s many complimentary activities including swimming in the covered outdoor pool, game room, 18-hole putting course and more.

Additionally, families booking the Spring Break package can add eighteen holes of championship golf with cart and sack lunch for as low as $50 per person, and any 50-minute spa treatment for only $79.  Conveniently timed to coincide with Washington and Oregon schools’ spring breaks, the Spring Break package is available March 22 through April 30.

For more information, visit The Resort at The Mountain.

 

Hold your next event at the Washington County Fair Complex! - March 13, 2012

Spring might be just around the corner, but it’s already time to start thinking about reserving a location for your summer company or family picnic, and the Washington County Fair Complex has many options for you.

We have our covered picnic structure, “Friendship Square,” and the adjacent rolling lawn area, “Friendship Plaza.”  You can be creative with your picnic activities with this versatile location, as it’s hosted large picnics that have included giant inflatable water slides, bounce houses, huge volleyball tournaments, badminton, croquet, casino games, karaoke on the Friendship Square stage, and anything else you can dream up.  Whether it’s a fun event to get your staff out of the office on a regular business day, or a weekend picnic that includes everyone in the family, our event staff can make it happen for you.  Spaces do fill up fast for those summer weekends, and reservations are already coming in, so don’t delay!  From 100 up to 2,000 guests, the Washington County Fair Complex can provide a great place for your next summer celebration.

Friendship Square

Plaza Grass

Also, don’t forget to visit us for our signature event, the Washington County Fair, with FREE ADMISSION, July 26-29!

Momokawa Supper Club Dinner Series at Andina Restaurant on March 19th - March 8, 2012

Andina Restaurant will participate in the Momokawa Supper Club dinner series with SakéOne on March 19 at 7 pm, held in Andina’s upstairs event space, Tupai. The series challenges chefs to create a multi-course meal to be paired with specialty sakés. The catch is that the dishes they create must avoid stereotypical Japanese and Asian fare. The evening includes Chef Hank Costello’s menu and saké pairings for $55 per person plus gratuity. Reserve your seats by phone at 503.228.9535.

Tupai Event Space

Andina is a proud ambassador of Peruvian cuisine. Their diverse menu features traditional dishes from the Andes as well as Novo-Peruvian creations, which combine a wonderful array of native ingredients with modern techniques and presentations. Andina’s newest private event space, tupai, is located directly above the restaurant. tupai features a dedicated kitchen and full-service bar; eucalyptus floors, natural light, and Inca-inspired architecture; and an open space that can be customized for any type of event, from intimate dinners and business presentations, to cocktail parties and wedding receptions with live music and bar service. Borrowring its name from the Quechua word connot “gathering space”, tupai can accommodate up to 65 guests for a seated dinner and 100 guests for a standing reception or cocktail party.

Andina Restaurant
1314 NW Glisan, Portland, OR 97209
503-228-9535
jennifer@andinarestaurant.com

Gather Your Girlfriends and Get Away to Mt. Hood - March 5, 2012

Whether guests want to relax with spa treatments or play hard on the slopes, The Resort at The Mountain, a premier ski, spa and golf destination located along the western slope of Mt. Hood, announces its lineup of spring girlfriend getaway packages.

“The Resort is a great option for those who want to get out of town without traveling too far,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “In addition to our spa and ski packages, we also have an all-inclusive package for those who can’t decide or want to do everything.”

The Resort’s girlfriend getaway packages include:

  • Chicks on Skis – With this package, guests have the perfect opportunity to shred the slopes and enjoy a day on the mountain. Guests receive two lift tickets to Skibowl, resort shuttle to the slopes, choice of a 50-minute treatment from The Spa, overnight accommodations and breakfast at Altitude, including mimosas. This package is available now through April 26, 2012. Rates start from $139 per person.
  • Spa Date (Ladies Only) – What better way to relax than at The Spa. This package includes two facial treatments from The Spa, a $25 dining credit for food and drinks at Altitude, overnight accommodations and discounted $79 massage treatments at The Spa. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $199.
  • The All-Inclusive Resort Package – Perfect for those who want to experience it all, The Resort’s all-inclusive package offers everything for a fun getaway. Guests can enjoy comfortable overnight accommodations, two dinner entrees at Altitude and breakfast for two, as well as two 18-hole rounds of golf with cart, two 50-minute wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, or one of each. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $219.

Ideal for a day trip, weekend escape or extended vacation, The Resort offers many onsite activities for all travelers, including golf at its historic 27-hole club, The Courses, wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, and outdoor recreation including hiking, bike rentals, lawn games, year-round heated and seasonally covered outdoor swimming and more.

Beyond the many activities and recreation options at The Resort, the area surrounding the premier ski, spa and golf destination offers plenty to see and do. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, including package details, upcoming events or reservations, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

Shake Off Winter Frost With New Adventure Packages From The Resort at The Mountain - February 23, 2012

Travelers with a sense of adventure can experience a perfect springtime escape with The Resort at The Mountain’s new adventure packages, available now through Spring 2012.

“Mt. Hood is an excellent place for a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing and hiking; and we’ve combined those activities with our great selection of resort amenities,” said Frank Casarez, general manager of The Resort. “With these new packages, we’ve made it easy and accessible for guests to enjoy both The Resort and the area’s popular outdoor attractions.”

The Resort’s springtime packages include:

  • Fish On! – For the river a-fish-ionados out there, this package includes overnight accommodations and a $50 dining credit to Altitude, as well as a half-day fishing trip on the Sandy or Clackamas River with Ted’s Fly Fishing, including lunch, beverages and all necessary fishing gear. This package is available now through March 31, 2012. Rates start from $479.
  • Oh, Man-cation – Get together with the guys and enjoy a day shredding the slopes of Timberline or Skibowl. This package includes two lift tickets to Timberline or Skibowl, a $100 resort credit to use on activities and recreation at The Resort, including the historic 27-hole golf club, The Courses, and the wellness-focused spa. Top off the experience with a bucket filled with ice-cold local microbrews and an order of wings. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $369.
  • You SO Deserve It! – Escape for a breath of crisp mountain air with this pampering package that includes two 50-minutes wellness-focused treatments at The Spa and a hearty breakfast for two at Altitude. This package is available now through April 30, 2012. Rates start from $189.
  • Ski & Tee – Adventure seekers can negotiate a slope and a fairway, all in 24 hours. The package includes two lift tickets to Skibowl (The Resort’s courtesy shuttle provides transportation) and nine holes of golf for two, including cart and clubs.  Available now through May 15, 2012, rates start from $219.
  • O-cation – Any occasion is the perfect occasion for a vacation to The Resort. This two-night package includes one dinner and one breakfast for two people at Altitude, as well as two 50-minute wellness-focused treatments at The Spa, two rounds of golf with cart at The Courses, or one of each. This package is available now through May 31, 2012. Rates start from $449 for two nights.

The Resort, located along the western slope of the majestic Mt. Hood, features 157 guest rooms, suites and villas; two restaurants; a historic 27-hole golf club, The Courses; an 18-hole lighted putting course, The Greens; a 5,000-square-foot wellness-focused spa; a year-round heated and seasonally covered outdoor swimming pool; and a variety of onsite outdoor activities suitable for travelers of all ages and athletic abilities.

Beyond the many activities and recreation options at The Resort, the area surrounding the premier ski, spa and golf destination offers plenty to see and do. For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, including package details, upcoming events or reservations, visit http://www.TheResort.com.

 

Rekindle the romance at The Resort at The Mountain - February 7, 2012

Roses are red, ribbon is satin, what better way to spend Valentine’s Day than at The Resort at The Mountain?

There are many ways to rekindle the romance at The Resort this month. Here are a few favorites:

At The Spa
·         Rose Petal & Lavender Pedicure for $30 (regularly $69)

·         Dark Chocolate Raspberry Couples Massage for $140 (regularly $236)

Couples Massage

At Altitude restaurant
·         A Valentine’s Day a la carte menu featuring mouth-watering selections such as oysters mignonette, sturgeon and a winter tart. End the evening with strawberries and champagne for two.

Dining at Altitude Restaurant

Spend the night
·         A Valentine’s Two Remember package includes an overnight in a fireside studio, 50-minute Shared Serenity couples massage at The Spa, $100 dining credit for Altitude, bottle of champagne and petal turndown service, starting at $399.

Resort at The Mountain Fireside Studio

For more information about The Resort at The Mountain, visit www.TheResort.com

 

Seventh Mountain Resort Special Offer! - February 3, 2012

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

MPI Cascadia 2012 ‘heART of your meeting’ - February 1, 2012

Tacoma, Wash.— The  2012 MPI Cascadia Educational Conference, scheduled for March 4-6, at Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center in Washington will host pre-qualified meeting planners through its Hosted Buyer Program this year.
Industry companies have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with qualified planners in a private setting, which will take place on Sunday and Monday of the event. Interested companies must apply to be a host through MPI Cascadia. Companies not participating in the program may still get in front of meeting planners through the Tradeshow and silent auction.
This year’s conference will feature nearly 40 hours of continuing education content, including information packed breakout sessions and four arts-focused inspiring keynote speakers, such as Amy Lee Segami who will create a one-of-a-kind Painting On Water.
The theme of this year’s Cascadia Educational Conference is ‘heART of your meeting’ which is fitting with Tacoma’s glass-infused downtown. The conference will take place at the Greater Tacoma Convention + Trade Center with views of the city and located within walking distance of local experiences such as the Museum of Glass and delicious restaurants. The boutique, glass-themed Hotel Murano, that was voted number six on Conde’ Nast Traveler’s Reader’s Choice list, will be the headquarter hotel and will host the themed ‘Night at the Museum’ gala. Come dressed in your favorite character from the movie and network with your industry colleagues.
The conference is open to both members and non-members of MPI. More information and registration can be found on the Cascadia website. Connect with other attendees and stay up-to-date on the latest information with MPI Cascadia on facebook. Register for the conference and then post your heART for Cascadia on Facebook!

January ISES Portland Meeting: Flip It on Its Ear – Redesigning Your Fundraiser to Fit Your Audience - January 25, 2012


January ISES Portland Meeting

Topic: Flip It on Its Ear – Redesigning Your Fundraiser to Fit Your Audience
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
11:30AM – 1:30PM
Helium Comedy Club
1510 SE 9th Ave. Portland, OR 97214 

Buy Your Tickets Here!

Join us for our January 2012 ISES meeting at the Helium Comedy Club on Tuesday, January 31st. This event is perfect for non-profits, vendors, and venues who support or work in partnership with non-profits. We will talk about new trends in fundraising events and how to flip your tired old event on it’s head to make for the biggest impact.

You’ve either gone to or have been invited to a zillion fundraisers in your lifetime, most of which are blurred together because they weren’t unique and they didn’t stand out from the rest. Your annual fundraiser is just around the corner, and you’re feeling “blah” about the theme, the goals, the menu, the….everything!

Isn’t it time for something fresh? Something you haven’t tried already? Now is the time to reformat your fundraiser, break the mold, and re-design your event! Why not let ISES Portland and our expert fundraiser panelists help you create something that is designed specifically for your audience. You know who you’re inviting, now let’s create an event around them and throw a fundraiser they’ll never forget!

Samantha Swaim Fundraising will moderate a panel of non-profit experts who made big changes in 2011 and saw big results. As you get ready for 2012, join us for this event and learn from the experts about how to design an event to match your audience and maximize your revenue.

Our panel of experts will feature:

Samantha SwaimSamantha Swaim Fundraising, LLC
Samantha will be moderating our panel discussion to help you focus in on how to design for success.  Samantha is a fundraising consultant that has worked in partnership with non-profits to produce events that produce results.

Dwight Adkins, Hands on Greater Portland
The 2011, Heart of the Community Awards is a luncheon that honored volunteerism in the community.  With some strategic planning, he was able to shape an event that grew their sponsorship and community support as well as increased their fundraising dollars.

Stephen Marc Beaudoin, PHAME Academy
Both 2010 and 2011 were strategic growth years for the PHAME annual auction. 2011 saw over a 300% increase in fundraising with some key strategies put into play.

Juan Martinez, Basic Rights Oregon
The annual auction had a different flair in 2011. A completely redesigned program and concept turned a great event into an amazing event. The result was increased dollars, increased recognition, and a platform for future growth.

Johnna Wells, Benefit Auctions 360
As an auctioneer who witnessed the transformation of many events this year, Johnna has a lot of great stories and examples to share about how thinking out of the box can shift your event for better results.

Clint Kaster, Smart Tech AV
As the production team for hundreds of auctions a year, Smart Tech is a master at helping to assess where an increase in production value or a cut in extra expense can yield the biggest result for your event. Technology can be a simple element that creates big impact.

Lunch will be provided by the fabulous Pearl Catering!
Parking Options at Helium:
  • There is a public parking lot located 4 blocks from Helium on Hawthorne and Grand; parking is limited and costs $.99/hr.
  • A limited number of temporary Zone G permits will be available at the Helium entrance prior to the event for on-street parking at or near Helium. First come, first serve.

Get your tickets HERE!

Blog Courtesy of ISES Portland
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