May (2010)
Saturday, May 1 and Sunday, May 2
2010 Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Spring Sale – Check out tons of great local + handmade art and goods from more than 200 amazing vendors at the Oregon Convention Center-Exhibit Hall D on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. www.craftywonderland.com
Saturday, May 1
Soho Boutique – Stop by this neat Irvington boutique for a trunk show of handmade, vintage inspired Deborah Funches Jewelry, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There’s sure to be treats, too, stay tuned for more details! 1605 N.E. Broadway. 503-282-4940.
Saturday, May 1
Hollywood Farmers Market opens today! Shop for vegetables, fruit, herbs, honey, nuts, mushrooms, cheese, eggs, meat, poultry, seafood, cut flowers, plants, baked goods and hot breakfast and lunch items, yip! Open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. now through Thanksgiving. Northeast Hancock Street between 44th and 45th Avenues; 503-803-7279. www.hollywoodfarmersmarket.org
Thursday, May 6
Bridgeport Village Girls’ Night Out – Grab your girls and hit Bridgeport Village, our favorite has-it-all fashion mecca, for a night of shopping and hanging out with friends. Find deals and freebies at tons of the mall’s shops, plus live male underwear modeling (oh my) at Under U4 Men. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Bridgeport Village, 7455 S.W. Bridgeport Rd., Tigard; 503-968-1704. www.bridgeport-village.com
Thursday, May 6
Folly – Folly boutique will celebrate its second anniversary with an in-store shopping party. More details TK, but the important thing to note is champagne will be flowing! 1005 N.W. 16th Ave.; 503-954-1334. www.follypdx.com
Thursday, May 6
Parallel – The boutique will host us a First Thursday show and reception for local jewelry designer Christen Abernethy, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. View her entire collection, which features jewelry crafted from hammered metals and semi precious stones. Parallel, 1022A N.W. Johnson St.; 503-274-8882. www.parallelpdx.com
Thursday, May 6
Lizard Lounge – Portland’s stylish streetwear source will host a First Thursday celebration with live music from Deepest Darkest and an artist reception for Visibility Arts, a Chicago-based program that works to help artists with developmental disabilities. Save 20 percent on all full-priced merchandise from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Also enjoy Widmer Brothers beer, Koi Fusion Korean BBQ and Village Crepery, with 15 percent of the event earnings to benefit Visibility Arts. Lizard Lounge, 1323 N.W. Irving St.; 503-416-7476.
www.lizardloungepdx.com
Thursday, May 6
Flora – This neat botanical inspired boutique will host an Open House featuring work by popular Portland painter Trish Grantham, plus champagne and treats, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Also check out Flora’s spring arrivals, including a pretty line of glassware and all natural bath products from Syria; scented candles from Tatine; bright soy wax candles from Lucia and more. Flora, 917 S.W. Washington St.; 503-227-0586. www.florapdx.com
Thursday, May 6
Mario’s – Boutique department store Mario’s will host a Temple St. Clair fine jewelry trunk show, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 833 S.W. Broadway; 503-241-8111. www.marios.com
Thursday, May 6
Ste. Maine + Coco Spring Fashion Show – Sellwood’s posh trio of shops for gorgeous home accessories and fashion finds, Ste. Maine, Coco Gets Dressed and Coco & Toulouse, will join together for a spring fashion show in the brand new Ste. Maine space, 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 6. 7015 S.E. Milwaukie Ave.; 503-232-1880. Read more about the event here!
Thursday, May 6 and Friday, May 7
New York City swimwear designer Malia Mills will make a splash in Portland tonight! Lille Boutique will host a two-day Malia Mills Swimwear trunk show + party, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 6 and 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 7. Plus, booka custom swimwear fitting with Mills and save $40 on one of her latest swimwear designs. Read more about the event here!
Friday, May 7
Portland Garment Factory – It’s First Friday in Montavilla, and arty fashion space PGF will feature the soft sculpture of Portland artist and local barista/rad girl Mariana Orantes. Stop by for a wine and cookies reception from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 7910 S.E. Stark St.; 503-752-4030. portlandgarmentfactory.com
Friday, May 7
Union Rose – This neat boutique will celebrate First Fridays in Montavilla with a dual trunk show from Amy Wing Designs (right) and Daisy Rock Hats & Apparel, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Shop for Wing’s hand-hammered silver necklaces, earrings and bracelets and Daisy Rock’s one-of-a-kind skirts, tops and hats, perfect for yourself or for Mother’s Day gifts. Union Rose, 7909 S.E. Stark St.; 503-287-4242. www.unionrosepdx.com
Friday, May 7 through Sunday, May 9
Emily Jane – Stop by this sweet Irvington jewelry boutique for a weekend-long trunk show by Jophiel Design. Enjoy drinks and cupcakes, plus 50 percent markdowns on select jewelry from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Get more details about this three-day event here! 1428 N.E. Broadway; 503-460-0516. www.emily-jane.com
Friday, May 7
The Mercury’s Sixth Annual Spring Fashion Show – Turn out to Bossanova for a runway showing of some of Portland’s top designers, including Janeane Marie, Erhart, Dust, The Woodlands, Reif, Smith & Bybee, Isaac Hers, Adam Arnold, Andy Lifschutz, Dawn Sharp, Bridge & Burn, Melanie Parr, Liza Rietz, AK Vintage, Im:mortal, RAW and Heather Treadway. Bossanova, 722 E. Burnside St.; 503-206-7630. Tickets on sale here and now! (Photo by Minh Tran, courtesy of Portland Mercury)
Saturday, May 8
Queen Bee Grand Opening of The Hive – Portland’s classic handbag designers have a new storefront called The Hive, and they’ll celebrate with a day-long grand opening party from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Stop by to see the new spring merch (they’re excited to have brought back their popular chirp designs this year), save 10 percent storewide all day, plus enjoy freebies and treats. 3961 N. Williams Ave. 503-232-1755. www.queenbee-creations.com
Saturday, May 8
Mothers Day in the Pearl – Shops in the Pearl will treat moms real good today. Stop by Mabel and Zora from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for a Mother’s Day Special with champagne, cupcakes, flowers and a drawing, plus TV and wardrobe stylist Kami Gray will be on hand to share her style advice with shoppers. Neighboring shops Little Urbanites, Barre3 and Physical Element also will host Mother’s Day specials this day. Mabel and Zora, 748 N.W. 11th Ave. 503-241-5696. www.mabelandzora.com
Sunday, May 9
Mother’s Day – There’s a motherload of neat Mother’s Day sales, gifts and events happening in Portland this weekend. Find ‘em all in our Neat Mother’s Day Sales, Gifts + Events Guide here!
Through Sunday, May 16
Kooza – Montreal-based Cirque Du Soleil brings its latest big top production to Portland, where they’ll perform under the trademark blue-and-yellow Grand Chapiteau (big top) at Southwest Moody Avenue (South of the Marquam Bridge). According to review of the touring show, we can expect old-fashioned clowing and acrobatics, along with contortionists, a high-wire bicycle act, and some kind of revolving contraption called the Wheel of Death. Tickets $35-$88; at 1-800-450-1480 or www.cirquedusoleil.com
Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15
McMinnville UFO Festival – What, you’re surprised to see a UFO fest in The Neat Sheet style calendar? C’mon, aliens are hot! For a fun time this weekend, head to the cute lil town of McMinnville (about an hour’s drive southwest of PDX on OR-99W) for the 11th Annual UFO Festival, featuring UFO expert speakers, a costume parade, an alien pet costume contest, live music and more. We like the idea of spacing out and sipping some cool drinks at the McMenamins Hotel Oregon rooftop bar (a.k.a. the center of the action), browsing the town’s antique stores and boutiques, and soaking in the sun all weekend. Visit www.ufofest.com for a complete weekend schedule.
Friday, May 14
2nd Friday on Fremont – Stop by Northeast Fremont Street between about 42nd and 50th Avenues from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. this Friday to support your favorite shops and enjoy special extended hours, food and drink specials, live music, local artists and additional vendors. Read more about this new monthly event here.
Friday, May 14
Beautypalooza Six at Blush Beauty Bar – This neat Northwest 23rd Avenue beauty boutique will host a three-day birthday party and sale event from Friday, May 14 thru Sunday, May 16. Find deals on spring cosmetics, beauty bins, raffle prizes and more. 513 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-227-3390. Read more about the event here!
Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15
American Apparel Rummage Sale – The Oregon Convention Center will host a two-day rummage sale of American Apparel clothing and accessories, marked down by as much as 85 percent. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m Friday and Saturday at Oregon Convention Center-Exhibit Hall E, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Read more about the event here!
Friday, May 14
Zelda’s Shoe Bar – This Norwthest 23rd Avenue mainstay for stylish shoes will throw a sweet sixteen birthday party and sale from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Save on tons of new spring flats, pumps, wedges and ankle booties from Mea Shadow, Claudia Ciuti, Swedish Hasbeens, Butter, Pura Lopez, Biviel and more. Plus, save an extra 15 percent on already marked down sale shoes. Read more about this event here! 633 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-226-0363. www.zeldaspdx.com
Saturday, May 15
Macy’s at Washington Square will host a Community Shopping Day event to raise funds for local nonprofit organizations. Purchase a $10 ticket from one of the participating nonprofit organizations and you’ll receive 10 to 20 percent on almost all Macy’s purchases that day, plus an extra $10 savings on any item $25 or more. Plus, enjoy performances by local arts organizations, including Beaverton High School Band at noon, Polaris Dance Theatre at 1 p.m., Portland Festival Ballet at 1:30 p.m., Portland Opera at 2 p.m. and performances by Northwest Dance Project throughout the day. Macy’s Washington Square, 9300 S.W. Washington Square Rd.; 503-620-3311. For more information contact Northwest Dance Project or visit www.macys.com
Saturday, May 15
Alberta Art Hop – Alberta shops and businesses hop into action each spring for the Alberta Art Hop, when more than 200 craft and food vendors fill the streets, and shops and restaurants will offer specials throughout the day. Garnish Apparel boutique is the first to announce its Art Hop sidewalk sale, so be sure to stop by for deals on pretty new spring dresses and more from shop owner/designer Erica Lurie. Garnish, 1524 N.E. Alberta St.; 503-282-3200. artonalberta.org
Sunday, May 16
Modified Style Fashion Show – More than 50 local designers will create killer clothing from donated scrap fabric, to be shown and sold to raise funds for three non-profit organizations: Sisters Of The Road Cafe, Out to Pasture Sanctuary, and Caldera. The show takes place 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jupiter Hotel, 800 E. Burnside St. $15-$30; 503-230-9200. www.modifiedstyle.org
Tuesday, May 18
Banana Republic After-5 Shopping Party + Sale – Celebrate the day Mt. Saint Helens blew by blowing some cash! You’ll save 25% on all purchases of $100 and more at Banana Republic for one night only, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Read more about the event here! Banana Republic, 710 S.W. Yamhill St.; 503-274-7963 and 7345 Bridgeport Rd.; 503-968-6308.
www.bananarepublic.com
Tuesday, May 18 through Friday, May 21
Mercantile – Ready for a flirt with fall in the midst of your spring fling? Chic downtown boutique department store Mercantile will host a Lafayette 148 New York Fall 2010 Trunk Show. from Tuesday, May 18 through Friday, May 21. Read more about the event here, and learn how to win a $5,000 Lafayette 148 shopping spree! Mercantile, 729 S.W. Alder St.; 503-223-6649. www.mercantileportland.com
Thursday, May 20
Souchi – Northwest 23rd Avenue is back, baby. Celebrate the end of construction at the Northwest 23rd Avenue Third-Thursday festivities at Souchi, home to Portland’s finest luxury knitwear line. Enjoy discounts on spring clothing and accessories, plus treats and more from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 20. Souchi, 807 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-525-0043. www.souchi.com
Thursday, May 20 through Sunday, May 23
Girls Weekend + Sex and the City 2 at Macy’s Washington Square – If you’re as eager to see “Sex and the City 2? as you are to find your very own Mr. Big, make a plan to shop early at Macy’s Washington Square on Thursday, May 20. The first 50 customers to make a purchase of $100 or more that day will receive advance movie screening passes. Plus, the day kicks off Macy’s Girls Weekend, which will continue with storewide SATC2 inspired events and specials through Sunday, May 23. Macy’s at Washington Square Mall, 9300 S.W. Washington Square Rd.; 503-620-3311. www.macys.com
Thursday, May 20
It’s 23rd Thursday! Shops and restaurants along Northwest 23rd Avenue will offer deals and specials all evening. Stop by Idom Designs to save $15 on Idom’s signature party dresses, including those gorgeous, one-shoulder cocktail dresses we recently covered. Plus find shopping and dining specials at Souchi, Zelda’s Shoe Bar, Frumoasa, Galore Department Store, Moonstruck Chocolate, Besaws and many more. See all 23rd Thursday May deals here!
Friday, May 21
Relish – Modern design store Relish celebrates its eighth anniversary with an in-store party and open house from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Stop by for music, hors d’oeuvres and raffles throughout the evening, plus meet five local designers during the event. Read more about the event on The Neat Sheet here! 1715 N.W. Lovejoy St.; 503-227-3779. www.shoprelish.com
Friday, May 21
Frances May – This cool indie boutique will host a daylong party and anniversary sale Friday, May 21. Save 20 percent storewide, and check out new designs from Church & State, John Blasioli and Smith & Bybee. Stick around from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for beer, cupcakes and music. P.S., you can also save online using coupon code FMturns2. Frances May, 1013 S.W. Washington St.; 503-503-227-3402. Read more about this event here!
Friday, May 21 through Sunday, May 23
Ellington Anniversary Sale – Local handbag heroes Ellington will host a three-day anniversary party and sale from Friday, May 21 through Sunday, May 23. Save 20 percent storewide on handbags, jewelry and more, plus enjoy treats and raffle prizes. Ellington, 1533 N.W. 24th Ave.; 503-542-3149. Read more about this event here!
Friday, May 21
Friend of a Friend Street Crawl – Singles networking group Friend of a Friend will take over Mississippi Avenue this Friday for an evening of dining deals and shopping specials (hey, no fair, can we pretend to be single?). Meet at Prost to check in between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m., then visit private parties for shopping discounts from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Pin-Me Apparel, Gypsy Chic, Black Wagon, LAND and Mississippi Treehouse. You’ll also find happy hour food prices from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Por Que No; Ten percent savings on food and dollar drinks at Mee Sen Thai; and 15 percent discounts on everything at Mississippi Pizza Pub. And wait, there’s more! There’s a prize giveaway featuring products from Sidlab Hair Couture, Avalon Spa, the Salt Grotto and Biwa. Check the event Facebook page for updates!
Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22
Union Rose – This neat Montavilla boutique for locally made fashion and jewelry will hold a Clair Vintage sale this weekend. Save 20 percent on local designer Alyson Clair’s cute, flattering clothes, plus shop for more spring flings. Union Rose, 7909 S.E. Stark St.; 503-287-4242. Read more about this event here!
Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22
KISSpdx 2010 – The Nines Hotel in downtown Portland will host a two-day overnight conference on career management for women, with tips and resources for balancing their personal and professional lives. The all-inclusive packages include meals, a wine event, overnight hotel stay, style consultations, workshops and, yes, massages. $550 if you register by April 1, then $599-$720. www.kisspdx.com
Saturday, May 22
p:earblossoms 2010: LIGHT – Come out for an evening of good food and fun to help p:ear with its eighth annual fundraiser, which benefits Portland’s homeless and transitional youth. The event will feature amazing local food, wine and champagne, entertainment from The Circus Project and The Good Time Girls Cheerleading Squad, and an extensive 100+ silent auction, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (after-party goes till 11 p.m.). $100-up, tickets available online here. Luxe Autohaus, 410 N.E. 17th Ave. Read more about the event here!
Saturday, May 22
Visage Eyewear – This neat Northwest Portland “vision-care” boutique will host a trunk show of eyewear by Theo, a unique and colorful line that will feature everything from opthalmic to sunwear. They’ll also serve up wine and cheese, and you can take a peek (get it? eyewear? peek? we’re hilarious like that) at the new eyewear collection from Claire Goldsmith. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Visage Eyewear, 1046 N.W. Johnson.; 503-944-5475. www.visageeyewear.com
Saturday, May 22 and Sunday, May 23
Pin-Me Apparel – Our go-to Mississippi Avenue boutique will mark down some of our favorite Orla Kiely handbags, wallets and diaper bags by 30 percent all day Saturday, May 22 and Sunday, May 23. We are big-time fans of Orla Kiely, a British label with a reputation for fresh-meets-cute patterned clothing and accessories. Pin-Me Apparel, 3705 N. Mississippi Ave.; 503-281-1572. Read more about the sale here!
Saturday, May 22
Crafty PDX Sale – ShesCraftyPDX will hold its debut sale of handmade goods from local vendors, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Urban Grind coffee house. Shop for art, jewelry, accessories and gifts from some of Portland’s best artists and crafters, including Amy Burgess Jewelry, Skinplicity NW, Darling Press & Stationers and many more. Urban Grind, 2214 N.E. Oregon St. shescraftypdx.wordpress.com.
Saturday, May 22
M.UA.H. Palooza – Semper Fashion presents a party to celebrate the local styling industry, 8 p.m. to midnight + beyond at The Benson Hotel, 309 S.W. Broadway; 503-255-5652. Read more about the event here!
Saturday, May 22
Small Victories – Stop by this artful gallery shop to view an exhibit of “Betsy + i,” a new jewelry collaboration between designers Betsy Cross of Betsy & Iya and Isaac Watson of Focal Length Designs. The two Portland talents will be on hand to show the collection from5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Read more about this local design collaboration and event! Small Victories, 328 N.W. Broadway; 508 826 6341. smallvictoriesshop.com
Sunday, May 23
CRAVEPortland Business Chat – The stylish marketing mavens over at CRAVEPortland will host the monthly CRAVE Business Chat at Shop Adorn, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 23. This month’s speakers are Theresa Tran (President, Tease Marketing) and Janae Twisselman (Managing Director, Tease Marketing), who will lead an informal discussion on the topic of Extraordinary Lifestyle Marketing and PR for Small Businesses. $20, two for $30 or $10 with student ID. Register online here. Shop Adorn, 4759 N.E. Fremont St.; 1-888-654-0570. www.shopadornonline.com
Sunday, May 23
Xtabay Vintage – Our go-to source for gorgeous, mint-condition vintage clothing and accessories is holding a one-day spring cleaning sale Sunday. Sip champagne and save 25 percent storewide on party dresses from every era, and pretty vintage handbags, heels and jewelry to match. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Xtabay Vintage, 2515 S.E. Clinton St.; 503-230-2899
www.xtabayvintage.blogspot.com
Wednesday, May 26
PIX Patisserie – Crafty Portlanders are always doing it themselves when it comes to the arts, but now’s your chance for some sweet do-it-yourself action in the food arts. Portland’s charming East Side Pix Patisserie will offer some decadent DIY indulgence at the Pix Patisserie Concoct Your Own Dessert Night, 7 p.m. to midnight this Wednesday, May 26. Read more about this event here!
Thursday, May 27
Sex and the City Cast Member Lookalike Contest – To celebrate the hotly anticipated Thursday release of “Sex and the City 2,” Bridgeport Village will throw a Sex and the City Cast Member Lookalike Contest in the outdoor mall’s Central Court on opening night, 6 p.m. Thursday, May 27. Read more about this event here!
Thursday, May 27
Bubble Boutique – Pop on over to this pretty Pearl District shop from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, May 27 for an in-store shopping party to kick off the week-long Bubble Boutique 4th Anniversary Sale, which runs through Sunday, June 6. Bubble Boutique, 1100 N.W. Glisan Street; 503-219-0098. Read more about this event here!
Thursday, May 27
Suite 6 – Alberta’s neat boutique for locally made and indie clothing and accessories will celebrate Last Thursday on Alberta with a Hubris Apparel trunk show, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. this Thursday, May 27. Read more about this event here!
Thursday, May 27 through Monday, May 31
Mercantile – Downtown Portland’s classic boutique department store will hold a Memorial Day Weekend Sale Event, marking down select clothing and accessories by as much as $150. Save on brands including Vince, SEE by Chloe, Rag & Bone, Theory, Burberry and many more. Mercantile, 729 S.W. Alder St.; 503-223-6649. www.mercantileportland.com
Friday, May 28 through Monday, May 31
Memorial Day Weekend officially starts today, and we’ve rounded up tons of our favorite local shops offering sales on designer clothing, fancy footwear, accessories and home decor now through Monday, May 31. Visit our Neat Portland Memorial Day Weekend Sales Guide for all the deals and discounts near you!
Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31
Zelda’s Shoe Bar – Northwest 23rd Avenue’s stylish source for designer shoes (and gorgeous apparel, too!) will hold a Memorial Day Shoe Sale, marking down all shoes in store by 20 percent. Save on lazer-cut lattice booties from Mea Shadow, skyscraper platform heels from Claudia Ciuti, and tons of designer and European flats, pumps, wedges and ankle booties from Swedish Hasbeens, Butter, Pura Lopez, Biviel and many more. Zelda’s Shoe Bar, 633 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-226-0363. www.zeldaspdx.com
Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31
Memorial Day in Wine Country – Get away while staying close by this Memorial Day Weekend, and head to the heart of Oregon wine country for the three-day 20th annual Memorial Day in Wine Country celebration, held Saturday, May 29 through Monday, May 31. Get hotel, shopping and dining tips, and read more about this event here!
Saturday, May 29
LUSH Cosmetics – The Vancouver, B.C.-based natural cosmetics company has just completed a relocation and remodel of its Northwest 23rd Avenue store in Portland, and they’re inviting y’all to come out and celebrate the LUSH Grand Re-opening Party, with discounts and freebies, from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 29. Read more details about the event here! LUSH Cosmetics, 708 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-228-5874. www.lushusa.com
