NW Kids Magazine December 2014

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HOLIDAY GIVING GUIDE PINECONE ELF ORNAMENT CRAFT HOLIDAY THEATER & OUTINGS HOLIDAY SHOPPING

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Season’s Greetings! It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the end of 2014. It seems like just a few days ago that the school year ended, yet here we are. Don’t get us wrong, we love the holidays and all that they bring, but with another new year around the corner, time is flying a little too quickly, and our kids don’t stop growing! All the more reason to settle in for a long winter’s snuggle.

This month we feature the best of the season. During the month of December there is no shortage of ways to spend time with the family.

You can get dressed up and head out on the town to enjoy all of what Portland has to offer. Be sure to check out our theater round up on page 8 and while you’re at it, head on over to page 22 for a few ideas on where to try some of the city’s finest desserts. And if you’re at a loss for what to get the folks on your holiday list this year, we have some recommendations for what to make on your own or where to shop for handmade goods.

And so with every year, we thank you, our readers and sponsors, for your support! All of us at NW Kids wish you happy holidays and a new year filled with peace, joy and even more fun with your families.

We’ll see you in 2015 with a few surprises and more of the same great resources you’ve come to expect.

Cheers, Kelley & Beth

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Contents DECEMBER 2014

8 Raise the Curtain on the Holiday Season 10 Kid Gifting: An Act Of Love 14 Pinecone Elf Ornament Craft 18 Holiday Giving Guide

Cover Photography by MARIE PHAM PHOTOGRAPHY mariephamphotography.com

22 Dress Up and Eat Dessert!

26 Best of Portland and Beyond: Our Top Picks for Getting Out This Month 31 Handmade Holiday Shopping 2014

Contents Photography by BETH FRIESENHAHN

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Listings Aadland Dental................................................25 Barre3................................................................. 3 Beanstalk..........................................................27 Cedarwood Waldorf School............................... 3 Child’s Play Toys...............................................27 City of Hillsboro................................................21 Cotton Babies..................................................... 9 Do Jump...........................................................27 Dr. Pike Dentistry for Children..........................23 Eco Maids.........................................................27 Hands On Children’s Museum........................... 9 Hope Immersion Chinese Charter School.......27 Imago Theatre..................................................15 Laughing Planet...............................................13 Laurelwood........................................................ 9 Little Fruit Farm................................................13 Nelson Pediatric Dentistry...............................19 North Portland Orthodontics...........................13 Oregon Children’s Theatre................................19 Oregon Episcopal School................................... 7 Oregon Hope Chinese School..........................25 Peg Stilts............................................................ 9 Portland Aquarium..........................................13 Portland Children’s Dentistry...........................15 Portland Language Arts..................................15 Portland Spirit.................................................... 7 Portland Trampoline.......................................... 2 Pottery Fun.......................................................11 Propagize.........................................................15 Soccer Shots............................................... 16-17 Spielwerk Toys..................................................11 Stacy Johnson..................................................11 The Kids’ Backyard Store.................................... 2 The Oregon Garden..........................................11 The Vintage Pearl.............................................15 WeVillage.........................................................23 Whole Foods Market........................................32 World Forestry Center......................................21 World of Smiles................................................27 Zenana Spa......................................................25

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“The Nutcracker” Photograph courtesy of OBT

“It’s a Wonderful Life” Photograph by PAUL FARDIG

RAISE THE CURTAIN ON THE HOLIDAY SEASON by MAYA BARBON

Winter for kids means sweaters, hot chocolate, possibly snow, and no school! But with the kiddos on break and the weather outside being, well ... frightful, it can be hard to find fun activities inside. Never fear, theater is here! There are a number of wonderful, kid-friendly plays and musicals all around town this December, including holiday favorites like “The Nutcracker” and “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dickens’ classic ghost story returns to Portland Playhouse in an adaptation filled with music and charm. The production offers a fresh take on a classic tale as it takes you on a song-filled journey of second chances. portlandplayhouse.org/christmas FROGZ This unforgettable show from Imago Theatre is back! Frogz is a lively, wonderful, and crazy experience for children and adults. Complete with masks, movement, music, acrobatics, and animals with human characteristics, this show brings to life the fun and absurd. There’s mime, dance, penguins, frogs, and fun for the whole family. imagotheatre.com IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE The beloved 1946 film is brought to life on stage, as a musical! For a third season, Stumptown Stages tells the familiar story of George Bailey, reminding us how we touch the lives of those we love in ways we can’t even imagine. To enjoy this classic story with a new, heartwarming score, turn off the TV movie and come to the Portland Center for Performing Arts. stumptownstages.org

MARY POPPINS It’s a jolly holiday with Mary at Northwest Children’s Theater! Everyone’s favorite nanny is landing onstage this month in the beloved film turned Broadway musical. This show, filled with the songs and characters that kids know and love, along with some new adventures, will make this holiday season practically perfect in every way. nwcts.org THE NUTCRACKER It simply wouldn’t be the holidays without “George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker”.

The iconic ballet is filled with toy soldiers, dancing rats, a sugar plum fairy, and plenty of magic. The memorable score and breathtaking dancing make this holiday tale a must see. obt.org THE TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS Based on the hit book by Jon Scieszka and performed by the talented teen performers of Oregon Children’s Theatre’s Young Professionals Company, this hilarious musical gives us the story of the three little pigs from the point of view of the Big Bad Wolf, who may not be all that bad. Alexander T. Wolf is on trial, and the audience gets to decide if he’s innocent or guilty. octc.org

Maya Barbon is a self-professed theater geek whose love for watching shows is only surpassed by her love for performing in them. She was last seen onstage as a pirate in Westview High School’s “Peter Pan”. Arrrrrr!

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Kid Gifting: An Act Of Love by LAURA JOST

and reflect the kind of generosity of spirit that we all cherish this time of year.

My kids use all of my tape–all of it. I never know when it’s happening, but when they emerge from their secret corners of the house to gift me their creations (some made entirely of tape and some just encapsulated in it), I can’t help but recognize the hopeful and loving looks on their faces. These tokens represent their time, heart and soul, and all they want to do is give them to someone they love. It doesn’t really matter what I’ll do with my wad of pipe cleaners, pony beads, wet glue and masking tape because these scenarios are a prime example of the age-old sentiment that we all tout: it’s the thought that counts.

What better time of year to harness your kids’ desires to gift on their very own or create in sheer acts of love than the holidays?

Do-it-yourself

Now, I know that coordinating extra projects and shopping can be daunting with all of the time that we’ll already spend handling regular responsibilities, shopping, meal planning, cleaning for parties or relatives, or preparing for a trip over the river and through the woods. But with a little planning, kid giving can let them express themselves and their affections, thrill dear ones, keep them busy,

There are so many tutorials for seasonal projects on the internet. My personal favorite website for collecting ideas is Pinterest; love it or hate it, there is a lot to choose from in the way of crafts. Only you can gauge what is suitable for your child’s abilities (or what you’re largely willing to do on their behalf ), but stay urgent care free by exercising caution when children work with cutting implements,

If you are making presents, the trick is to choose one or two attainable projects. And perhaps crafting at home just isn’t your thing; there are other options! You can make use of all of the artwork that they bring home from school or there are a number of local businesses where you can craft with your kids on-site. Plus, there are plenty of fun holiday bazaars where your purchases will support resident artists and you can still wrap up plenty of handmade goodness. I’ve got some ideas on all fronts to get you going.

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heat sources, or glue. Here are a few kidapproved projects you might consider:

TOTS: • • • • • • • • •

Salt dough hand or footprints Popsicle stick framed photo ornaments Framed original artwork Leaf pressings Handmade paper or felt flowers Perler keychains Succulents potted in tin containers Bookmarks Mini-painting magnets

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Woven pot holders Essential oil bath salts Cookies in a jar Wreaths Painted pottery Loom keychains Friendship bracelets Decoupaged boxes Decorated wall initials Painted rocks for gardens Finger knitting Trinket-topped storage jars

keeps the mess out of your house. I put a call out to my friends on social media and found a couple that were hosting holiday craft-making for kiddos in their homes! Staffers and friends also recommend My Masterpiece Art Studio, Spark Arts Center, The 100th Monkey Studio, and The Craft Factory.

Buy From the Heart Allowing children to select and purchase gifts on their own can be fun. Make a list of loved ones, set a budget, and choose a couple of locations to shop so that you aren’t running around town like crazy. Consider visiting one of the local seasonal craft fairs; we’ve rounded up a list for you! See page 31.

Regardless of the route you choose to go, let your littles go crazy with the gift wrapping; my instincts say they’re great with tape!

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Knit or crocheted scarves or dishrags Funky cross-stitch samplers Scrap leather bracelets Homemade soaps or lip gloss Beaded jewelry Framed original photographs Homemade stamp block prints Fabric garlands Accent pillows Microwavable heat packs Hand-dipped candles

Make the Mess Somewhere Else Local big-box craft stores and Portland Parks and Rec offer classes for children in seasonal crafts. Check out their calendar of events and sign up! Pottery painting is a lot of fun; we’ve loved all the projects we’ve completed over the years at Mimosa Studios. Art a la Carte puts supplies at your kids’ fingertips and 12 | NW Kids Magazine

Laura Jost loves the smell of the noble fir they put in the living room after Thanksgiving.

With all of the candy canes, homemade ornaments, advent calendars, carols, and stockings on the mantle, she’s pretty sure that she is more excited than the kids for Christmas morning every year. She wishes you all of the magic and love of the season and a happy new year!

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Pinecone Elf Ornament Last year, one of our favorite crafts was a pinecone elf ornament. It requires only a few supplies, is easy and quick to put together, and people love them!

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: Medium to large sized pinecones 1” wooden craft balls (no holes) Felted wool or felt Glue (hot glue makes this a snap) Scissors Fine-tipped permanent marker Optional: needle and thread

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Glue a wooden ball to the flat side of the pinecone; this ball is now the head of your elf.

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Cut a ½ inch strip of felt for the scarf (optional) and a triangle of felt with 3.5 inch sides for the hat.

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Optional scarf: Tuck and tie the scarf down around the head; guide ends of the scarf between the pinecone scales. Cut the ends of the scarf to look like fringe.

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Stitch or glue two sides of the felt triangle to form the hat.

Place a quarter-size of glue on the inside seam of the hat and tuck the hat down onto the head. Once your hat is secured in place, use a dot of glue to secure the front of the hat.

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Use the marker to draw a simple set of eyes and a nose. I personally don’t draw a mouth, but have at it!

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Tie to packages as-is or add an optional old-school metal ornament hook to the tip of the hat.

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Marvel at your mad crafting skills.

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You can customize this craft with the following enhancements: • Sew a bell on the tip of the hat.

• Add rosy cheeks with watercolors.

• Use pipe cleaners to twist on arms and legs; you can make mittens and boots out of extra felt.

• Spray pine cones ahead of time with paint or glitter.

• Glue mini-pom pons between scales.

• Use cinnamon-scented pine cones.

• Make an entire wreath of pinecones and sweet elves.

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1. Earyly Rider by Spheverelo - Kids will love this sweet ride. Spielwerk Toys, spielwerktoys.com, $119 • 2. 100% Pure - Body products at a price that will make everyone smile! Body Lotions and Butters, Lip Balm, Salt Scrub, Zenana Spa, zenanaspa.com, $6-$25 • 3. Trampolines - Your kids can jump to their heart’s content. The Springfree Trampoline comes in multiple sizes and shapes to fit any backyard. $1,199-$2,199. Stop by their local dealer at Rainbow Park & Playground. Or visit the nearest Springfree Trampoline store in Issaquah, WA, where all models are on display. springfreetrampoline. com. And check out the Alley Oop at Portland Trampoline. With their integrated safety enclosures, industry-leading warranty, and multiple bounce options, you can be sure this is the right trampoline for your entire family. portlandtrampolines.com, $1,199 - $2,399 • 4. Squishable Cinnamon Roll - Nom nom nom. This cinnamon roll is cute and cuddly, and oh so sweet (without any added sugar!)

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5. Janod Storybook Circus Train - This vintagesque train set combines two things kids love, trains and the circus! Bella Stella, bellastella.com, $80 • 6. Fused Glass Snow Family - Kid friendly glass class! Kids can make these adorable fused glass ornaments. November 28th, December 5th, December 12th & December 19th. Call for Reservations 503-253-8070. Pottery Fun, potteryfunpdx.com, $12 per class or 3 for $30 • 7. Wood Block Sets for Kids - Great learning tools for children of many ages and stages. Natural and hand painted sets are available. Peg Stilts, shop.pegstilts.com, $30 • 8. HaPe DIY Dreamhouse -The modern open styling of this doll house is bright, cheery and fun! A unique feature is that the walls are magnetic, allowing easy movement of fixtures from room to room. Children can decorate the walls with their own framed artwork! Comes fully furnished. Black Wagon, blackwagon.com, $200 • 9. Critter Charm - Show off your little one’s artwork with a Critter Charm! Charms are individually crafted with vintage and natural elements and come packaged in a colored box. Propagize, propagize.com, $12 20 | NW Kids Magazine

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DRESS UP AND EAT DESSERT!

PAPA HAYDN

Article and photographs by LAURA LOCKER

My 6-year-old son is not going to last the tasting menu at Castagna, but he has proven he’ll behave for a beautifully-presented sweet treat. ‘Tis the season for dressing up and decadence—and special memories, so enjoy it with your children, perhaps at these upscale, child-friendly places. We visited them anew, just for this article, and just for dessert.

PAPA HAYDN The East side location of this classic dessert spot (5829 SE Milwaulkie Ave) was opened in 1978, when I was younger than my son, and the West side location (701 NW 23rd Ave) opened when I was about my daughter’s age. I recently took them both to the West side location for a treat and found that it exceeded the memories I had in terms of service, décor, food, and treating children with consideration and respect. The beautiful dessert case contained ice cream and cakes

that were a perfect mix of old-fashioned and contemporary recipes. We settled on a six-layer ice cream cake ($8.95), which came perfectly plated with chocolate, caramel and vanilla sauce for dipping. papahaydn.com

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MAURICE “This place is adorable,” my daughter gushed, when we walked into Maurice, an intimate (best for parties of two or three) luncheonette located near Powell’s downtown, at 921 SW Oak St. The restaurant captures perfectly the rustic yet modern continued on p. 24

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charm of a casual French restaurant, and appealed enormously to my ‘tween girl. The desserts, like the lunch menu, are a study in quality over quantity. Sit at the counter with your darling, order the Meyer lemon soufflé pudding cake ($6) or a plate of perfect macaroons ($.75 each) and cookies ($1 each), choose from their extensive and exotic selection of warm drinks, and watch the cooks working in the small open kitchen radiate intensity and care with the items they are preparing from their thoughtfully curated menu. It was named one of America’s best new restaurants by Bon Appetit in 2014 but, in true Portland style, is unpretentious and welcoming to patrons of any age. mauricepdx.com

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THE CITY GRILL At night, the City Grill may feel like a bit of a scene, but I promise that your kids aren’t going to notice, particularly if you can steal one of the tables with a beautiful view over the city. Even just the ride up to the 30th floor of the building (located at 111 SW 5th Ave), where the restaurant is situated, adds to the excitement for children. The restaurant is sleek and sophisticated and the dessert menu, where items cost between $7 and $12, is extensive enough to find something for just about any palate. portlandcitygrill.com 24 | NW Kids Magazine

THE PIED COW

THE PIED COW The Pied Cow, located at 3244 SE Belmont, is another old Portland institution, dating back to the early 1990s. A coffee house with a full menu, it specializes in decadent desserts served in a charming and somewhat wacky Victorian setting.

(Don’t be put off by the sign advertising Hookahs—that just happens outside.)

Inside, chandeliers and draped fabric ceilings will make them feel like they are someplace special. For 12 dollars, three of us shared a rich chocolate fondue, served with marshmallows, apples, bananas, and donut holes for dipping. While the donut holes could have been fresher, portions were very generous (it could have easily served 4 or 5) and a steal compared to the same offering at the Melting Pot ($20 a la carte +$10 per additional person).

PIX PATISSERIE Pix patisserie’s desserts, fantastic looking creations garnished with gold or with artful towers of chocolate, inspire wonder in children. Their location on the Eastside 2225 E Burnside is decorated with an eye towards decadence, and the bartenders and experienced enough and patient enough to create a non-alcoholic cocktail that will make your child feel pampered. pixpatisserie.myshopify.com Laura Locker is a native Portlander who has lived and eaten around the world. She has two restaurant-loving children, aged 6 and 10.

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Best of Portland and beyond OUR TOP PICKS FOR GETTING OUT THIS MONTH

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DECEMBER Nov 28 - Jan 4 ZOOLIGHTS

Pull on those mittens and zip up! The ZooLights train returns this year and so do the million LED lights and moving sculptures that make up this favorite holiday tradition. Closed Dec 10, 24, and 25, $7-10 (admission is free for zoo members). Visit SunThurs from 5-8pm and Fri-Sat from 5-8:30pm. oregonzoo.org

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Thru Dec 30 CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

Visit the largest Christmas choral festival in the world. Over 160 choir performances will take place during the festival this season. Walk through the grotto and experience a twinkling celebration of Christmas with over 500,000 lights, choir performances, caroling, puppet shows, a petting zoo and more. Closed Dec 25, $5-10, children 0-2 free, 5-9:30pm. thegrotto.org/christmas

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Nov 29 - Dec 26 CINNAMON BEAR CRUISE

Splurge this holiday on a special 2-hour cruise just for kids! Holiday treats, story time, a magic show, and, of course, the Cinnamon Bear himself, are sure to delight the whole family. $22-30, includes one picture with the Cinnamon Bear and a yummy snack buffet. cinnamonbearcruise.com

Please confirm calendar events and performances as scheduling changes may occur.

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Dec 3, 6 & 10 WINTER ANIMAL PUPPETS

Join local puppeteer, Puppetkabob, at the Multnomah County Library in a special puppet-making workshop just for kids. Children ages 4-10 will learn how to transform ordinary craft materials into unique winter animals. Free! Check the MCL website for locations and times. multcolib.org/events/winter-animal-puppets

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Dec 5 - 21 CHRISTMAS SHIPS

A true Portland area tradition since 1954! Enjoy the brightly decorated Christmas Ship Fleet this season. Roughly 60 boats ranging in size from 14 to 65 feet long will be decked out in their holiday best at various launch and viewing locations along the Willamette River. christmasships.org

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Dec 5 - Dec 21 CHRISTMAS IN DAIRYVILLE

Spending an afternoon in Dairyville, decked out for the holidays, with the vintage storefronts and old-timey feel of Storybook Lane feels a little like stepping back time. Visit the animals, take in a movie in the Opera House, enjoy hot cocoa and have a professional photo taken with Santa.

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Dec 7 PECULIAR TALES OF S.S. BUNGALOW

Adults and children alike will be mesmerized by the sea-faring sounds of the Peculiar Tales of S.S. Bungalow. Drop anchor at Mississippi Pizza on Saturday, December 14th from 5:30-7pm and take part in this nautical music adventure! ssbungalow.com, mississippipizza.com

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Dec 13 TUBA CHRISTMAS

Tuba lovers unite! Over 250 tubas play holiday favorites in unison in Pioneer Courthouse Square.

The idea of 250 tuba players in one place should be reason enough to join the fun! Free, 1:30-3pm. thesquarepdx.org/events

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Dec 14 POSADA MILAGRO

This community celebration filled with Latin American traditions is chock-full of fun! Enjoy live music, dance presentations, arts and crafts workshops, bilingual storytelling, traditional foods and piñata breaking. Admission to the event is free, but performances are limited to ticket-holders only. Free tickets will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis at the theatre beginning at 1pm on December 14th. For more details, please visit milagro.org

Remember to check the NW Kids online calendar for dozens more outings and activities each day.

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Dec 26 PORTLAND YOUTH PHILHARMONIC CONCERT AT CHRISTMAS

Dec 27 STRAIGHT NO CHASER

Dress up and take the whole family to this Christmas weekend concert at the schnitz! And get ready for an experience that will rock your socks off in an acapella kind of way. We’ve heard tell that Straight No Chaser are a blast to see and the kids will be singing for days after. Tickets start at $29.50. sncmusic.com, portland5.com

The holiday season isn’t over on the 25th!

Here’s yet another reason to hit the town with your favorite young sophisticates.

The Portland Youth Philharmonic Christmas concert features all four PYP orchestras and an alumni orchestra, and will be an incredible event for all. December 26th 7:30pm. Tickets start at $15. portlandyouthphil.org

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Dec 31 OAKS PARK NEW YEAR’S EVE SKATE PARTY

Break out your sparkly socks and don your party hats. It’s time to count down with the whole family at Oaks Park Roller Rink’s Annual All Ages New Year’s Eve Skate Party!

Fun includes a prize wheel, party favors at midnight, and more. Wed, December 31, 7pm – Thu, January 1, 2015, 1am. $20.00 per skater includes conventional skates.

Specialty Skate Rental: $1.75 - $5.00. oakspark.com

Coming Soon!

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Handmade ng oppi Holiday Sh 2014

FESTIVAL OF THE LAST MINUTE December 18-24 Monday-Friday: 11am-5PM Saturdays: 10am-5pm Sundays: 11am-4:30pm Christmas Eve: 11am-3:30pm Portland’s first craft maker’s market is filled with unique handcrafted gifts, exotic foods and a frosty-yet-festive atmosphere.

Open Rain or shine, everyday of the week before Christmas for those of us who wait until the last minute! Portland Saturday Market, Waterfront Park and Ankeny Plaza in downtown Portland. portlandsaturdaymarket.com FORMAL HOLIDAY ARTISANS FAIR Saturday, December 20 11am - 6pm Red Rose Ballroom Don’t miss this elegant shopping experience and holiday affair. In its 7th year, the Formal Holiday Artisan’s Fair hosts 50+ local artisans. Enjoy live music and more.

Show benefits Schoolhouse Supplies. handmadenw.com GIFT MAKING FAIR Saturday, December 13, 10am-2pm Kids can make their own gifts at craft stations that are age and ability appropriate (age 3 through grade 6) in a cozy atmosphere. Cost for single craft tickets are $4 to $6, or $14 for a package of 4 crafts.

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HANUKKAH GIFT FAIR Sunday, December 14, 11am-4:30pm Shop for last minute Hanukkah gifts made by local Artisans. Mittleman Jewish Community Center. oregonjcc.org MAGICAL WINTER FAIRE Saturday, December 6, 10am-4pm Come see the Cedarwood School transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland. Children can visit the crystal cookie cave, craft in the wool room, and dip candles in the wax room. Plus, don’t miss the craft fair with 33 local vendors.

Cedarwood School, cedarwoodschool.org SCANDINAVIAN FAIR December 6-7 10am-5pm, Saturday, 10am-4pm, Sunday Get ready to celebrate the sights, sounds, tastes and traditions of a Nordic Christmas!

ScanFair is the only event in Portland where all the beautiful Scandinavian traditional and modern arts and crafts come together in one place for a two-day festival and marketplace.

And don’t miss the Pickled Herring Contest!

Free for kids under 12. Portland Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum. scanheritage.org SUPER COLOSSAL HOLIDAY SALE Saturday + Sunday, December 13 + 14, 11am-6pm Crafty Wonderland’s Portland’s Art + Craft Extravaganza is the spot to buy it all in one place! There will be 250+ vendors selling amazing handmade goods and Goodie bags for the first 150 shoppers EACH DAY. Oregon Convention Center, craftywonderland.com

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