November 2008
November 1st , 2008: DoveLewis Wet Nose Soirée
The Wet Nose Soirée is DoveLewis’ largest annual event. Guests at this gala honor the animals we all adore by celebrating the unique bond we share with them. A hosted reception features a signature cocktail, silent and live auctions, a formal dinner and live entertainment. A handful of outstanding DoveLewis supporters are honored with hand–made original fused glass DoveAwards. And to make sure guests don’t miss their pets too much while they’re out on the town, they may visit with some of our therapy dogs! Don’t miss this unique event, packed with Portland’s premiere animal lovers.
More info at: DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital
November 3rd - 9th , 2008: Siren Nation Music, Art & Film Festival
Siren Nation's mission is to inspire and empower women of all ages to create their own art and to highlight the many achievements of women in the arts through performance and exhibition opportunities for women throughout the year. This year's annual festival will showcase 3 nights of women directed films, 3 nights of music and performance art and 5 gallery art shows of original art by women.
In addition to performances and film, we will be offering free workshops on a wide range of topics of concern and interest to women. There will also be an Art Sale featuring the original works of artists from around the Northwest and a meeting place where the public can connect with women entrepreneurs, non-profits and community organizations.
More info at: Siren Nation
November 7th , 2008: The AMP 3rd Annual Fundraiser
The Artist Mentorship Program enables Portland's homeless and at-risk youth to have an outlet for musical expression in a safe environment free of drugs and weapons. Help support their mission at a silent auction and concert. Enjoy, food, beverages and music performed by The Old Believers, The Dimes, Derby, and Dominic Castillo & the Rock Savants.
More info at: Artist Mentorship Program
November 13th , 2008: Oregon Bounty Spirits' Dinner at Bluehour
Bluehour presents a cocktail pairing dinner, featuring Chef Kenny Giambalvo's classic Mediterranean cuisine and New Deal Distillery spirits.
The menu will highlight the restaurant's sophisticated seasonal dishes. Cocktails will be paired with each of the four courses, featuring New Deal Vodkas and LOFT Organic Liqueurs.
Space is limited. More info at: Travel Oregon
November 15th, 2008: Distillers' Row Open House
Join New Deal Distillery and Oregon Bounty to discover the innerworkings of Portland's first vodka distillery and learn more about craft-distilling in Oregon. We'll have distillery tours, treats from Meat Cheese Bread and Saint Cupcake, and, of course, spirits sampling.
Click here for more info.