SKH Weekend RoundUp: Before we all gobble up some turkey, time to take part in a few wonderful events happening in our area this weekend including the Wild Arts Festival, the OryCon science fiction convention, and a fun little biking scavenger hunt called Cranksgiving.
Beaujolais Nouveau Win Festival Fri., November 17, 2017
A ticket to Beaujolais Nouveau includes tastes of the latest vintage from Oregon, Washington, and France, plus a gourmet buffet at the Heathman Hotel.
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https://www.afportland.org/2017/11/beaujolais-nouveau-2017-in-portland/
Wild Arts FestivalSat.-Sun., November 18 – 19, 2017
Wild Arts Festival features 70 artists and 30 authors inspired by nature, plus a silent auction to benefit the Audubon Society at Montgomery Park.
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OryCon Science-Fiction ConventionFri.-Sun., November 17 – 19, 2017
Meet sci-fi and fantasy authors and artists, and attend panels, workshops, dances, games, and vendor exhibits at OryCon at Red Lion Hotel (Jantzen Beach).
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Olio Nuovo Olive Oil FestivalFri.-Sun., November 17 – 19, 2017
Taste unfiltered extra virgin olive oil with appetizers and wine, and watch the olive mill in action during Olio Nuovo Festival at Oregon Olive Mill in Dayton. Free.
Link:
https://redridgefarms.com/rr-event/2016-olio-nuovo-festival
Cranksgiving, Thanksgiving scavenger huntSat., November 18, 2017
Cranksgiving is a scavenger hunt on your bicycle for Thanksgiving food that you donate to a food bank, with prizes. Bring $20, a bag/pack, a camera, and a bike lock to Velo Cult.
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