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Go, Friday: Movies in the Park, Harry Conick Jr., Tall Ships

By Ashley Swanson, Columbian Features News Coordinator
Published: July 15, 2015, 12:00am
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"Big Hero 6" will be screened at two community movie nights, at Battle Ground Village and Fruit Valley Park.
"Big Hero 6" will be screened at two community movie nights, at Battle Ground Village and Fruit Valley Park. (AP Photo/Disney) Photo Gallery

Concerts

Harry Connick Jr., 8 p.m. Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Portland; $57 to $139. 800-273-1530 or www.portland5.com

Preservation Hall Jazz Band, 9 p.m. Revolution Hall, 1300 S.E. Stark St., Portland; $25 for 21 and older. 877-987-6487 or www.revolutionhallpdx.com

Nightlife

Chuck Israels Jazz Orchestra, 8 p.m. Jimmy Mak’s, 221 N.W. 10th Ave., Portland; $15. 503-295-6542 or www.jimmymaks.com

Dance Machine, 9 p.m. Cascade Bar & Grill, 15000 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver; $5, 21 and older. 360-254-0749 or www.cascadebarandgrill.co

Doug Smith and Judy Koch-Smith, 6 to 9 p.m. Moulton Falls Winery, 31101 N.E. Railroad Ave., Yacolt; no cover charge. 360-686-4070 or www.moultonfallswinery.com

Fuzz Bot, 9 p.m. Brickhouse Bar and Grill, 109 W. 15th St., Vancouver; no cover charge, 21 and older. 360-695-3686 or www.vancouverbrickhouse.com

John Baker, 6 to 9 p.m. Heisen House Vineyards, 28005 N.E. 172nd Ave., Battle Ground; free, $5 for tastings. 360-713-2359 or www.heisenhousevineyards.com

Karaoke with PMS, 8:30 p.m. Jollie’s Restaurant and Lounge, 17701 N.E. Union Road, Ridgefield; no cover charge. 360-573-3141.

Shannon and the Clams, 9 p.m. Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E. Burnside St., Portland; $12 to $14, for 21 and older. 503-231-9663 or www.dougfirlounge.com

Tacocat, 9:30 p.m. Mississippi Studios, 3939 N. Mississippi Ave., Portland; $12, for 21 and older. 503-288-3895 or www.mississippistudios.com

On stage

Battle Ground Movies in the Park, 7 p.m. Fridays, through Aug. 28. Enjoy family-friendly movies at dusk; be sure to bring blankets, pillows and low back chairs. “Big Hero 6,” rated PG, will be shown. Central Park Pavilion, Battle Ground Village, 802 S.E. 14th Loop, Battle Ground; free. 360-397-0334 or www.bgvillage.com

“The Elixir of Love,” 7:30 p.m. July 17, 23, 25, 30, Aug. 1; 2 p.m. July 19. The Portland Opera presents a love story set in the Wild West, as love-sick Nemorino decides to take desperate measures as Adina keeps rebuffing him, especially with Sergeant Belcore riding into town. Nemorino invests in a salesman’s “Elixir of Love.” Sung in Italian with English titles projected above the stage. Newmark Theatre, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland; $30 to $110. 503-241-1802 or www.portlandopera.org

Friday Night Movies in the Park, 7 p.m. Fridays, through Aug. 14. Grab blankets or lawn chairs for a family-friendly movie in your local park, with pre-movie activities. “Big Hero 6,” rated PG, will be shown. Fruit Valley Park, 3200 Fruit Valley Road, Vancouver; free. www.cityofvancouver.us/parksrec

Imago Soiree, 7:30 p.m. July 17-18, 2 p.m. July 19. Featuring five directors of five original and eccentric works, including poetic kinetics, experimental theater and lo-fi animation. Imago Theatre, 17 S.E. Eighth Ave., Portland; $10 to $20 suggested donation. 503-231-3959 or www.imagotheatre.com

Theater

“MacBeth in Lone Fir Cemetery,” presented by Portland Actors Ensemble. Among the tombstones of Lone Fir Cemetery, actors will bring Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy to life in the twilight hours. 7 p.m. July 17 and 23-25. Lone Fir Cemetery, Southeast 26th Avenue and Washington Street, Portland; free, donations encouraged. www.portlandactors.com

“Richard III,” 7 p.m. Original Practice Shakespeare Festival presents the history on power hungry Richard III of England, who stops at nothing to gain and keep the throne. The company uses the same techniques used during the Bard’s time including limited rehearsal, an on-stage prompter, audience interaction and fast paced acting. Director Park, Southwest Taylor Street and Park Avenue, Portland; free. www.opsfest.org

“Twelfth Night,” presented by Portland Shakespeare Project. Twins Viola and Sebastian are separated by a shipwreck on the magical island of Illyria, where they encounter loss and love in one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays. Through Aug. 2: 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Alder Stage, Artists Repertory Theatre, 1515 S.W. Morrison St., Portland; $35, $20 for students. 503-241-1278 or www.portlandshakes.org

“Unnecessary Farce,” presented by Lakewood Theatre Company. Two inexperienced police officers set up an undercover sting to catch the embezzling mayor. But mixed-up rooms, a female accountant who can’t stay dressed and a Scottish hit-man turn the sting into comedic run-around. Through Aug. 16.: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, July 22 and Aug. 5; 7 p.m. July 19 and 26; 2 p.m. July 19, Aug. 2, 9 and 16. Lakewood Center of the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego, Ore.; $32, $30 for seniors, $20 for students. 503-635-3901 or www.lakewood-center.org

Words

Get Pop-Cultured: Minions Fun, 7 p.m. As a tie-in to the movie, visitors can attend a Villain-Con and become certified minions. Barnes & Noble, Vancouver Plaza, 7700 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver; free. 360-253-9007 or www.bn.com/events

Out & about

Ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 17-18; 1 to 4 p.m. July 19-20. The 18th century tall ship and early 19th century trading vessel will drop anchor in Stevenson for guided tours aboard the ships. Crews in period dress will answer questions and tell stories. There will also be a three-hour Battle Sail 2 p.m. July 18, with a booming cannon and maneuvers. Port of Stevenson, Russell Street and Cascade Avenue, Stevenson; tours: free, $3 suggested donation; battle sail: $75, $67 for seniors and students, $39 for ages 12 and younger. www.historicalseaport.org

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Oregon International Air Show, 7 p.m. July 17, 11 a.m. July 18-19. The showcase will feature U.S. Navy Blue Angels, one of the most sought-after air show teams, along with the U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight, CAF Red Tail Squadron, the Lucas Oil Jump Team and multiple aerialist pilots. There will be aircraft on display and a dedicated kids area. Hillsboro Airport, 3355 N.E. Cornell Road, Hillsboro, Ore.; $25; $5 for ages 5 to 11; and free for military members and ages 5 and younger. 503-629-0706 or www.oregonairshow.com

Sand in the City, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 17-18; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 19. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the community event features a sand sculpture competition, a children’s sand box, kids zone and music on the main stage. Proceeds benefit local children’s charities. Pioneer Courthouse Square, 701 S.W. Sixth Ave., Portland; $4 suggested donation, $10 for family. www.sandinthecitypdx.org

Fairs & festivals

Battle Ground Harvest Days, 1 to 11 p.m. July 17; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 18. Battle Ground’s 48th annual celebration launches with a carnival and beer garden. The Harvest Nights Car Cruise at 7 p.m. July 17 is the Friday highlight. The Grand Parade kicks off July 18, along with a kickball tournament, tasting room, classic car show, main stage entertainment and Geocoin challenge. Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Fairgrounds Park, Northeast Fairground and Grave avenues, Battle Ground; free, $5 for wine and beer gardens, $15 to $20 for cruise in car registration. www.battlegroundchamber.org or www.harvestnightscarcruise.com

Cathedral Park Jazz Festival, 5 to 10 p.m. July 17, noon to 10 p.m. July 18 and 1 to 8:35 p.m. July 19. The 35th annual free jazz festival features local performers under the St. John’s Bridge, with performances by La Rhonda Steele, Blueprints Trio, Kung Pao Chickens, Chris Parker Quartet, Paul Creighton Project and Hailey Niswanger’s PDX Soul. Cathedral Park, 8600 N. Lombard St., Portland; free. www.cpjazz.com

Oregon Berry Festival, noon to 6 p.m. July 17; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 18. Showcasing every kind of Oregon berry with berry farmers, themed foods, cooking demonstrations, berry crafts and music. Ecotrust, Northwest 10th and Johnson streets, Portland; free. www.oregonberryfestival.com

Museums

Friday Night at the Art Museum, 5 to 8 p.m. Visitors can explore exhibits of the art museum a bit differently, with special tours and games, a pop-up pub and social events. Portland Art Museum, 1219 S.W. Park Ave., Portland; $5, free every fourth Friday. 503-226-2811 or www.pam.org

Historical Walking Tours, noon to 1 p.m. Fridays and 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays, through Aug. 22. The Clark County Historical Museum takes participants on themed historic tours through downtown Vancouver. “Society Suburbia,” July 17, and “Centennial Spread,” July 18, start at the museum. Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver; $7, reservation required. 360-993-5679 or www.cchmuseum.org

Comedy

ComedySportz improv show, 8 p.m. The family-friendly performance features two teams of improv players. ComedySportz, 1963 N.W. Kearney St., Portland; $15, reservations recommended. 503-236-8888 or www.portlandcomedy.com

“Fly Ass Jokes,” 10 p.m. Stand-up comedy showcase. Brody Theater, 16 N.W. Broadway, Portland; $8. 503-224-2227 or www.brodytheater.com

“Hive Five,” 8 p.m. Five veteran improvisers present two different takes to group improv. Brody Theater, 16 N.W. Broadway, Portland; $12, $9 for students and seniors. 503-224-2227 or www.brodytheater.com

Jo Koy, 7:30 and 10 p.m. Helium Comedy Club, 1510 S.E. Ninth Ave., Portland; $25 to $53 for those 21 and older. 888-643-8669 or www.heliumcomedy.com/portland

Dancing

Sesame Dance Club, 7:30 to 11 p.m. Linda Springstead will teach East Coast Swing. Lessons at 7:30 p.m. with general dancing from 8:30 to 11 p.m. Norse Hall, 111 N.E. 11th Ave., Portland; $9, $5 for students. 503-236-7082 or www.sesameclub.org

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