VOLUME 81 ISSUE 01
08/01/2026
a e s r l a A t r a u s N l i / Five Hikin g Tra i s t r n T a b y e l s b s i Ea sily Acce T A CAR U O H IT W E R TU A N ’S D N A TL R O HOW TO EXPLORE P
“Healthy Parks, Healthy Po r t l a n d :” Portland’s park system is c reating strong communities FOR OVER A CENTURY, PORT
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Spend your summer at the m ovie theater: Film series, cra fternoons, a n d more FILL YOUR LETTERBOXD WITH M OVIE SHOWINGS AROUND PORT LAND THIS SUMMER
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COVER DESIGN BY NAUE PAGTAKHAN
NEWS “Healthy Parks, Healthy Portland:” Portland's Park System is Creating Strong Communities
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ARTS & CULTURE Five Easy Hiking Trails / Natural Areas Easily Accesible by Transit P. 4-5 How to Have a Portland Summer for Under $20 P. 8-9 Callaway Column P. 10 Spend Your Summer at the Movie Theater: Film Series, P. 10-11 Crafternoons, and More
STAFF EDITORIAL EDITOR IN CHIEF Olivia Hendry Young MANAGING EDITOR Grace Peterson NEWS EDITOR Will Lowe ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR Vacant OPINION EDITOR Daniela Hernandez SPORTS EDITOR Hayden Neumann MULTIMEDIA EDITOR Vacant SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR Liam Schmitt
COPY CHIEF Jude Callaway ONLINE EDITOR Karli Schwartz DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Caleb Dougherty CONTRIBUTORS Drew Dattilo Maryam Luqman PRODUCTION & DESIGN CREATIVE DIRECTOR Haley Hsu CONTRIBUTORS Naue Pagtakhan
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Five Hiking Trails/ Trails/Natural Areas Easily Accessible by Transit HOW TO EXPLORE PORTLAND’S NATURE WITHOUT A CAR DREW DATTILO or those without a car, getting out into nature might seem impossible. Friends and family might not be able to give you a lift, and Trimet can only reach so far outside the city. Luckily, the Portland metro area contains several natural areas and hiking trails that are easily accessible by public transportation. Each of these spots provides an excellent way for transittakers to catch a break from the urban environment and retreat into nature.
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Shuttle: 1. Washington Park’s Free e, offering tions for locals and visitors alik
tland’s must-see destina Washington Park is one of Por , the International Rose ions such as the Oregon Zoo act attr r ula pop to ess acc hiking trails and by the Red and Blue MA X Garden. It is easily accessible se ane Jap d tlan Por the Test Garden and Oregon Zoo. From there, erground station beneath the und an at off s ger sen pas lines, which let s hiking trails. Washington Veterans Memorial and variou m tna Vie the , zoo the ess visitors can acc over the park. ser vice that takes visitors all Park also offers a free shuttle s from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 runs about every 15 minute ttle shu the , ber tem Sep to From April for visitors relying on tran shington Park convenient Wa ng lori exp kes yt ma Ho as ich h p.m. daily, wh the park’s main locations suc loop, making eight stops at sit. The shuttle travels in a ge. Ran y Archer al Rose Test Garden and the the park. Arboretum, the Internation the many trails throughout to ess acc r ate gre ans me also vice ser ttle The free shu Trail. By taking the shuttle, easily access the Wildwood st mo can tors visi , tion sta From the MA X Spruce and Redwood Trails. more, including the Beech, visitors are able to access
2. Marquam Nature Park and Council Crest Park:
Easy-access hiking trails asid e, Marquam Nature Park sta nds out for its interconnecte with several other parks in the dness area, such as Council Crest Par k and Washington Park. To Marquam Nature Park, tran reach sit-takers will take the #8 bus line to the SW Ter willige Jackson bus stop, then wal r & Sam k almost two minutes west to the park. Alternatively, Por University students living on tland State campus could even skip tran sit altogether, as Marquam Park is a 15 to 20-minute wal Nature k from campus. Once at the park, visitors can choose from several trails. Som e trails will go deeper into Ma Nature Park, but there is also rquam the option to head to Marqu am Trail to connect with Council Park to the west. This route con Crest tains a higher elevation thresho ld, but pays off greatly with its ning views of Mt. Hood — esp stunecially during the summer eve ning when the sun is setting Fur thermore, the Marquam . Trail continues nor th from Council Crest through both tial and wooded areas, arri residenving at the Oregon Zoo jus t sou th of Washington Park. Hik then continue with several ers can different trails at their dispos al, or they can access the con MA X station to end their jou ven ient rney for the day.
3. Multnomah Falls:
Falls, can actually be ural attractions, Multnomah nat st ate gre ’s gon Ore of service, the Columbia Did you know that one antage of the specialized bus adv take can rs ride sit Tran the Gateway 99th accessed via transit? Area Transit. Riders can go from bia um Col by d rate ope is ch roughly eight trips Gorge Express, whi ous waterfalls. The bus makes fam the to d tlan Por ast the Transit Center in nor online or on the bus. ets can be purchased either from to Multnomah Falls daily. Tick , Blue or Green MA X lines eway 99th is to take the Red the ter, cen sit tran The easiest way to reach Gat the at 22, 23 and 24. On ce 19, 15, s line bus ugh e tak riders can then eith er dire ctio n, thro th of the MA X station, where sou t jus is p sto bus s res Columbia Gorge Exp the Falls. waterfalls or they the 30-minute bus ride to a and enjoy the serenity of the Are nic Sce the at t res er eith mah Falls is a great Visitors can then r activity you choose, Multno eve ich Wh l. trai rge Go the can opt for a hike via that nature has to offer. brief moment and revel in all way to escape the city for a
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Refuge: 4. Oaks Bottom Wildlife ation is somewhat shrouded by the busy
is easy to miss, as its loc Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge excellent natural area with er, the Wildlife Refuge is an wev Ho by. se clo d ate loc ay 99E highw accessibility to transit. e a short, easy trail and great to the park. The first is to tak different options for getting of ple cou a e ten ut hav rs abo k use Transit te Blvd Sta tion , the n wal n to SE 17t h Ave and Ho lga take the Ora nge MA X line dow eet. The other option is to waukie Ave and Mitchell Str Mil SE at ad ctly lhe trai dire off the s to minutes lets passenger kie and Mitchell Stop, which wau Mil SE the to 70 or 19 bus lines il in front of the entrance. with the North Woodland Tra is relatively straightfor ward, uge Ref e dlif p Wil loo the of t of sor ut a The layo into two, creating s Sellwood. The trail splits ard tow d oun the thb ile sou wh d, ers taking hik t path is heavily woode center of the Refuge. The firs dlife around the large pond at the s Park. The Oaks Bottom Wil Oak e/walk lane parallel to bik ed pav a at to gre ds e lea h som h pat second qui ck, easy hike wit tran sit use rs loo kin g for a any for t spo at gre a is Ref uge views of the Willamette.
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5. Forest Park:
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Direct transit to Forest Par k has been long overdue, and recent transit developm created new opportunities ents have for easier access. The Forest & Washington Park Expres aims to connect North, Northe s Shuttle ast and East Por tland to bot h Forest Park and Washingto by providing a free-to-ride n Park bus ser vice in various neighb orhoods. The ser vice launch 12, 2026, and will operate ed June through August 22 on Frid ays and Saturdays. Thr ee line s will brin g pas sen gers to the Low er Ma cle ay Tra ilhe ad and Lei f Erik son Trailhead at Forest Park. Add Dri ve itionally, there is also the Par k Loop that will bring passen to and from Forest and Wa gers shington Parks. Previous transit access to For est Park via TriMet was diff icult, with no bus lines dire cessing any of the trailheads ctly ac. The Forest and Washingto n Express Shuttle aims to fill needed gap in transit access the much. Since the ser vice is also free , low-income households will be able to access the park also and enjoy the natural environ ment.
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“Healthy Parks, Healthy Portland:” Portland:” Portland’’s park system is creating Portland strong communities FOR OVER A CENTURY, PORTLAND PARKS HAVE CONNECTED COMMUNITY AND NATURE
ALL PHOTOS BY MARYAM LUQMAN
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or many Portland natives, spending time in the city’s parks and natural areas was a prominent part of growing up. Whether it was afternoons at neighborhood playgrounds, swimming lessons at the pool or spending time with the community at local recreation centers, these areas have shaped generations. These spaces are cared for by Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R), a bureau of the City of Portland that manages more than 10,000 acres of parks, natural areas, recreational facilities, gardens and trails. “I like to say we cover just about everything from construction to conservation,” said Mark Ross, PP&R’s public information officer, who has worked for the bureau for 15 years. From art centers and pools to education programs, PP&R has reached many spaces and neighborhoods in Portland. However, the city’s relationship with parks and community spaces began long before PP&R was officially established. Lownsdale and Chapman Squares, Washington Park, Holladay Park and the Park Blocks were some of the earliest parks in Portland after it was incorporated as a city in 1851. Over the next 50 years, more park sites, including Columbia Park, Governors Park and Macleay Park were acquired. According to Portland State University history professor Catherine McNeur, the creation of the Parks Department gave Portland the organization it needed to maintain existing parks, as well as plan for more growth. “The Parks Department really began in 1900 when the state legislature allowed cities to create Parks Boards to help maintain public spaces,” said McNeur. “Several Portland citizens were eager to bring the “City Beautiful” movement to Portland, and having a Parks Department was an important first step.” The City Beautiful movement was an urban planning movement from the 1890s to the 1900s meant to beautify cities and encourage civic engagement. It gained momentum across North America and helped lay the groundwork for Portland’s modern park system. By 1900, the City of Portland had its first Board of Park Commissioners, which opened up the opportunity for the city to create and plan a public park system. Much of this plan was envisioned by John Charles Olmsted, a landscape architect, who, according to the Oregon
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Encyclopedia, created a “comprehensive system of parks and parkways for Portland.” Olmstead’s interconnected plan of boulevards and parkways wasn’t fully implemented due to financial concerns from the Park Board at the time. Still, his vision slowly came to life over the decades. Many of the parks we have today, such as Forest Park and Mount Tabor Park, reflect his original ideas of a connected park system. For McNeur, who has taught at PSU for 13 years, the parks hold a lot of history and are central to what makes Portland so well known for its green spaces.Her research focuses on American environmental history, with an interest in urban environments. Over the last two years, she developed a course called Parks & Portland, where students explored the city’s history by taking walking tours through parks. “I hope my students come away from these classes seeing the world around them with new eyes, asking questions about how things got to be the way they are, and using the research skills they’ve gained to find answers,” said McNeur. Students from a variety of majors, including engineering, business, math and psychology, took McNeur’s history course for the first time this past spring term. The students had the opportunity to research their own parks, create mini-documentaries and gain experience in archival research. McNeur’s research and teachings have also found an audience outside the classroom. Before offering the course, she created social media videos about park history in Portland and was met with enthusiasm, introducing PSU students and the Portland community to the history and stories of spaces many of us visit every day. “I was taken aback by the response and enthusiasm for knowing about park history,” said McNeur. “I’ve ended up meeting so many people who have shared their experiences and sources with me, and it’s really enriched my research.” For both McNeur and Ross, Portland’s public parks and community spaces are valuable because they belong to everyone. “The reason I love urban parks is that they are really democratic spaces," said McNeur. “You don’t need to buy a coffee to take a seat.” These parks work to create accessible third spaces regardless of someone’s socioeconomic status. As McNeur says, they are community spaces where so much has taken
place, from birthday parties and picnics to protests and police violence. “They are really a microcosm for the whole city,” said McNeur. Ross sees a strong sense of community at PP&R events. The bureau is currently hosting its Summer Free For All program, which offers free outdoor movies, concerts and cultural events at various parks in Portland. “Being outside in the city parks is what summer is all about,” Ross said. “Kids are frolicking, and dogs on leashes are lying and rolling around in the grass and dandelions. People are eating popcorn and enjoying the evening glow and each other’s company.” While Portland’s parks remain one of the city’s greatest assets, PP&R must also keep up maintenance on all these pools, recreation centers, playgrounds and trails. As Portland’s communities change, there is an increasing demand for parks and recreation services and a need to address access to these green spaces. In 2019, the bureau launched its Sustainable Future program, a plan to create stable funding to deliver services that Portlanders need. In 2020, voters passed a five-year-long operating levy, which was passed again in 2025. These parks levy funds have helped preserve services in recent years, but long-term financial stability is essential for maintaining parks and facilities. PP&R relies on voter support; without it, programs shrink and assets are reduced. Even with these challenges, Ross believes the bureau’s value is undeniable. “Parks are key to our quality of life,” said Ross. “There is nothing out there like the Portland parks system.” McNeur agrees. Through her years of research, she has met many people in the department, including maintenance workers, volunteers and activists. They have all spent time caring for these spaces, and have become a small part of the history the parks hold. “There is so much love for these spaces and the roles they play in the city from all of these people, many of whom have devoted their lives to making these spaces even better for our community,” said McNeur. “It is really uplifting to see how many people are caring for these community assets.” More than 125 years of dedication to parks and recreation centers have been a great strength for the Portland community. PP&R has provided spaces where people can gather, explore, learn and connect with nature and each other.
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How to have a Portland summer for under $20. SPEND YOUR TIME, NOT CASH, AT LOCAL EVENTS THIS SUMMER
OLIVIA HENDRY-YOUNG AND HAYDEN NEUMANN T’S SUMMER IN PORTLAND: THE sun is out, the days are long, and the Willamette River is still questionable to swim in. Spending summer in the city doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank — there are lots of community events for money-conscious students on both sides of the river. Whether you enjoy buying from local artisans or attending a sports game, make sure to take the summer to explore all the different, and cheap activities Portland has to offer.
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during ple to de-stress and let loose What began as a way for peo ty now community-centered dance par the pandemic has grown into a hout oug place at different locations thr known as Tabor Dance. Taking free, can dance the night away at this Portland’s east side, attendees Expect itself as a “community staple.” energetic event that advertises course, a lot of dancing. high energy, good vibes and, of
FIRST THURSDAYS IN THE PEARL
During the first thur sday of ever y month , the Pearl District tra bustling, pedestrian-fr nsforms into a iendly ar t gallery full of local ar tisans, musici Though the price of th ans and more. e displayed ar t will va ry, it costs nothing to explore local ar t and wa lk around and music. Find your next ar t piece to hang on your new favorite loc yo ur wall, or find al band at this month ly showcase. For stude near the Pearl District nts who don’t live , there are other First Thursdays taking place specifically in Old Town across the city, and on Northeast Albe rta St.
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PORTLAND PICKLES
Sometimes, all you ne ed is a hot dog, a soda and a baseball game. deliver that and much The Portland Pickles more, with unique th emes, abundant com guaranteed good tim m un ity engagement and a e no matter what’s on the scoreboard. Them on July 25 and Keep Pi e nights include Picklef ckles Weird on Aug. 24 est , among many more. day throughout July an With games nearly ev d the beginning of Au er y gust, and tickets as ch to get the summer ba eap as $12, you’re bo ll experience you crav und e (with a side of pickle s).
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PORTLAND ROLLER HOC KEY
If you’re looking for a fun, new way to ge t some exercise this Hockey is the place to summer, Portland Ro do it. Hockey sticks ar ller e provided, the games is so beginner-friend are non-contact, and ly that you don’t have it to know a thing abou no signups — just show t hockey to play. Ther up with skates and a wa e are ter bottle. Over the su at Alberta Park ever y mmer, skates are held Monday at 6 p.m. and are open to anyone 18 or older.
PRICE: FREE LOCATION: ALBERTA PARK FREQUENCY: MONDAYS AT 6PM
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: r te a e h T ie v o M e th t a r e m Spend Your Sum re o M d n a , s n o o n r e ft a r C , s ie r Film Se SUMMER INGS AROUND PORTLAND THIS OW SH VIE MO TH WI XD BO ER FILL YOUR LETT
, The Bookworm s Budget Summer JUDE CALLAWAY ummertime provides readers with the space and time to tackle the books they’ve piled up throughout the year. But if you’ve finished your queue and are browsing for new titles, a trip to Powell’s can quickly burn a hole through a booklover’s pocket. Here are a few opportunities and locations bookworms on a budget can explore:
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OREGON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY (OCPL) 2026 ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM:
Though it requires a bit of a trek on the TriMet Line 35 bus, Oregon City is accessible via public transportation or Amtrak. After signing up through Beanstack, participants receive a free canvas tote bag with information, a special gift, and printouts of four optional activities. To participate in this challenge, you just need to read. It can be graphic novels, magazines or even audiobooks. Each book read and every optional activity completed rewards a raffle entry into OCPL’s weekly Treasure Chest, alongside an end-of-summer Grand Prize drawing. For readers wanting a more esoteric inventory than Powell’s, Mother Foucault’s Bookshop is open Sunday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located at 715 S.E. Grand Ave. For bookworms on a tight budget, The Book Corner in Beaverton is accessible by public transportation and offers a wide selection of dirt-cheap books. It is open Tuesday-Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It is located at 12470 S.W. Fifth St.
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t during the summer is at the classic way to beat the hea ages can enjoy theatrical removie theater. Patrons of all rs past. howings of classics from yea leases of new movies, or res and some sweet and salty treats, Combine this enjoyment with spend your summer days. you’ve got an easy, fun way to theally think of larger, regional While one might automatic l thetland area houses many loca ater chains to go to, the Por are g a curated film selection, but aters that are not only showin events into their showings. also incorporating community
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Portland Art Museum: Center for an Untold Tomorrow (PAM CUT at Whitsell)
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This annual event provides rewards for books read. The best part? You don’t have to buy anything to participate; you just have to pick up a bingo card in the store. Get a bingo (5 books read in a row, vertical, horizontal or diagonal) and bring your filled-out card to any entrance desk at Powell’s to get prizes — including a $5 coupon. If you fill out the entire board, you can bring it in to get another set of prizes and a raffle for the grand prize!
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Especially close for those living on the Park Blocks, PAM CUT at Whitsell is a movie theater located on Level 0 of the Portland Art Museum. The space was recently renova ted , with the current theater onl y being open since Jan. 202 6. The theater is advertised as a flag ship for visual storytelling, with the museum inviting patron s to, “come see what’s new … dream, expand the possib ilities of who and what sha pe our realities, and to create som ething entirely new,” accord ing to their website. Over the sum mer, the theater will be sho wing two film series, with showin gs running each Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. from now until Aug. 30.
Pretty, Witty and Gay This series is in conjunctio n with their David Hockne y exhibit, honoring the late Eng lish artist. The films were cur ated by Amy Dotson, PAM CUT’s Director and PAM Curator of Film and New Media, along with Joanna Sokolowski, PAM CU T’s Head of Programming. Summer Fantasy Rewind After their “Pretty, Witty and Gay” film series, PAM CUT will be switching to their “Summer Fan tasy Rewind” series. This is adv ertised as a time to escape the curr ent world and dive head first into a nostalgic fantasy land. This seri es runs until the end of August.
r is a Queer Cinema itsell, the Tomorrow Theate July 11 to Sept. 10, highlights The sister space to the Wh This film series, running from d. tlan y Por ast the Sou n located in makers. Films featured var second movie going locatio h queer films and queer film bot d tlan . Por sics the clas to t ted cul sically connec umentaries, to While this theater is not phy experimental films, to doc from mit com 19 and July e the pos in shared pur nts tied to them— Art Museum, it is connected e showings even have eve unique films. Unlike Som and nt me r!” was part of the theater’s age ade eng erle nity ment to commu showing of “But I’m A Che vmo n new and old ws Theater sho collaboration with local yar the Whitsell, the Tomorrow O-Crafternoon” series, in “BY at ing urr occ ies ser h several film ies throughout the week, wit and dye studio Ritual Dyes. as follows: are ies ser e abl not e Som the same time. OMGNW sts vies that were made by arti This film series highlights mo lier ear wn sho , notable feature in the Pacific Northwest. One ten by incarcerated youth at writ o vide in the series, was music “Voices al Facility. The video, titled MacLaren Youth Correction ugh thro e elin pip school-to-prison from the Inside,” highlights the d in ate cre was o location: The music vide th’s actual lived experiences. you st, fit. Bars, a local non-pro 3530 se division partnership with Keys, Beats,
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JUL 19
JUL 25
JUL 26
AUG 1
"Endless Summer"
"Safe"
“Sexy Beast in 35mm”
“Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown”
“Barry Lyndon in 35mm”
AUG 8
AUG 9
AUG 15
AUG 16
AUG 22
Summer Fantasy Rewind
“Spirited Away”
“The Wizard of Oz”
“The Dark Crystal”
“The Last Unicorn”
AUG 23
AUG 29
AUG 30
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“Labyrinth”
JUL 18, 4PM
JULY 18, 7PM
“Fantasy Planet”
“Alice”
“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring”
Queer Cinema
“The Birdcage”
“The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert”
JUL 19, 4PM
JUL 19, 7PM
JUL 26, 7PM
AUG 16, 4PM
AUG 20, 4PM
AUG 22, 4PM
“But I’m a Cheerleader” (Crafternoon w/ Ritual Dyes)
“Pillion”
“Give Me the Ball!” (in collaboration with Portland Arts Week)
“Desert Hearts”
“Pratibha Parmar Shorts” (in collaboration with Lesbian Cinema Club)`
“Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World” (Encore screening)``
SEP 10, 7PM
JUL 24, 7:30PM
AUG 6, 7:30PM
AUG 13, 7PM
AUG 22, 7PM
“By Hook or by Crook” (in collaboration with Lesbian Cinema Club)
OMGNW
“7 Deadly Sins: CHURCH Part Two: Lust”
“The Seeds of Peace”
“Wild: Celebrating Oregon’s Landscapes in Word and Image”
“Drugstore Cowboy”
AUG 27, 7PM
SEP 13, 7PM
JUL 30, 7:30PM
AUG 1, 7:30PM
AUG 2, 3PM
“Dances of Significance”
“Chasing Chimeras: The Lure of Deceptive Climate Solutions”
“The Last Picture Shows”
“1996 — The Year in Videos!” as part of the “Re-Run Theater” series
“Father of the Bride (1950)” as part of the “Cinema Classics” series
AUG 3, 7:30PM
AUG 7, 7:30PM
AUG 10, 7:30PM
AUG 6
“The Films of Sadie Benning” as part of the “Vast Territories” series
“Fantastic Voyage” as part of the “Sense of Wonder” series
“The Jericho Mile” as part of the “Month of Mann” series
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AUG 1 “Men in Black” at Colonel Summers Park
“The Bad Guys 2” English with Spanish subtitles, at Lents Park
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AUG 14
AUG 15
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AUG 20
“A Minecraft Movie” at Mill Park
“How to Train your Dragon” at Wilshire Park
“Hoppers” at Gateway Discovery Park
“The Princess Bride” at Irving Park
“Drumline” at Lilis-Albina Park
“Lilo and Stitch” English with Spanish subtitles, at Farragut Park
Pretty, Witty and Gay
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Hollywood Theatre location: 4122 north east sandy bo ulevard, portland, oregon 97212
The historic Hollywood The atre, who celebrated its 100 th birthday on June 17 of this year, is another local theate r option for Por tland State University students to spend their sum mer. This theater has a variety of signature series that coinci de with their regularly scheduled sho wings. For those travelling, the y can also enjoy Hollywood Theatre’s Microcinema at the PDX airport, which shows shorter films for those wanting to kill time between flights.
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For those looking to enjoy the movies outside, Portland Parks and Recreation is putting on their “Summer Free for All” event unt il Aug . 29. This is a free opportunity for Portlanders to spend their sum mer at free festivals, concerts, movies , and other special events at diffe rent city parks. For their movie portion of the event, Portland Parks and Recreation will be showin g different films starting at 7:3 0 p.m., complete with free popcorn for attendees. This is a great opportu nity to enjoy Portland’s parks while revisiting old, and new, favorites .
Summer Free for All location: Various parks around Port land
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