2007 Vegan Vacation Schedule

[robert]

Here is the 2007 Vegan Vacation Schedule. It is 98% complete and I'm pleased to finally have it pretty much finished.

 

This is the Portland portion of the Vegan Vacation which is open to forum members and the general public.

 

There is NO itinerary for our 4 days at the Beach House...just fun times!

 

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Vegan Vacation in Portland open to the Public

 

*Schedule subject to minor changes so check www.veganvacations.net daily for updates. Updates will listed in Bold text so they will be easy to see*

 

 

Wednesday, August 1st - Vegan Vacation Opening Dinner

 

Date: Wednesday, August 1st

When: 7PM – 9:30PM

What: Vegan Vacation Opening Dinner Potluck

Where: Creston Park, SE 44th Ave & Powell Blvd

Why: Meet other members participating in the Vegan Vacation, hang out, kick-off the week with a blast!

What to bring: A VEGAN meal large enough to serve 6 people. Bring some money for our fund raising Silent Auction as well.

What will be provided: Food and cool people

Cost: None, but there will be a Silent Auction

Registration Required: Yes, so we can plan food for attendees

Location and Directions: Creston Park, SE 44th Ave & Powell Blvd

Website with more info: http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/finder/index.cfm?PropertyID=25&action=ViewPark

Contact person: Robert Cheeke cell 541-231-6269, [email protected]

 

 

 

Thursday, August 2nd – Tour of Portland’s Vegan Hot Spots

 

Date: Thursday, August 2nd

When: 9:30AM-2:30PM

What: Tour of the Portland's Vegan Hotspots and other sights hosted by local vegan tour guide. It will include a stop for lunch and snacks. Tour will be primarily by bus and on foot.

Where: Meet at People’s Food Co-op 3029 SE 21st Ave, Portland, 97202 - (503) 674-2642 website:

Why: To see all that Portland has to offer the vegan community!

What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, a camera if you like, and some money for bus fare, lunch, snacks and souvenirs.

What will be provided: A tour of the vegan hot spots in Portland.

Cost: None. Just bring money for bus fare, foods, snacks and gifts if interested.

Registration Required: No, but encouraged. E-mail [email protected]

Location and Directions: People’s Food Co-op 3029 SE 21st Ave, Portland, 97202 - (503) 674-2642 website: www.peoples.coop/

 

Contact person: Robert Cheeke, 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

 

 

Thursday, August 2nd

 

 

Date: Thursday, August 2nd

When: 7PM-10PM

What: Stand-Up Comedy Knockout! (some adult language and material “HBO” style comedy) Hosted by Robert Cheeke, Dylan Kasprzyk, and Pirate’s Tavern.

Where: Pirate’s Tavern 2839 NW St. Helens Rd. Portland, OR 97210 (503) 222-6600 website: www.piratestavern.com

Why: We all need a good laugh

What to bring: A $2-$5 donation at the door to pay for the comics and using the space. Also bring a sense of humor, and money for food and drinks. Cameras are encouraged too.

What will be provided: A line-up of great comedians from around the Northwest

Cost: $2-$5 sliding scale at the door, plus money for your own meal/drinks.

Registration Required: No

Location and Directions: Pirate’s Tavern 2839 NW St. Helens Rd. Portland, OR 97210 (503) 222-6600 website: www.piratestavern.com

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke cell 541-231-6269, [email protected]

 

 

Friday, August 3rd

 

Date: Friday, August 3rd

When: 11AM-3PM

What: Hike and picnic in Forest Park (one of the largest city parks in the United States)

Where: Meet at The Hoyt Arboretum above Washington Park in the West Hills of Portland, OR. Visit http://www.answers.com/topic/hoyt-arboretum for directions and info.

Why: To be out in nature and enjoy company of cool people.

What to bring: A camera, a water bottle, snacks for the picnic anything else you think you’ll need. Some snacks will be provided but you are encouraged to bring your own.

What will be provided: Some small snacks and the good company of awesome people.

Cost: None

Registration Required: No

Location and Directions: West Hills above Washington park. Follow the road all the way to the top and follow signs for Hoyt Arboretum. Visit http://www.answers.com/topic/hoyt-arboretum for more info.

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke cell 541-231-6269, [email protected]

 

 

 

 

Date: Friday, August 3rd

When: 5PM-8PM

What: Trip to Multnomah Falls

Where: Meet at New Seasons Market on NE 33rd Killingsworth at 5PM to carpool

Why: To visit one of the attractions Oregon is known for

What to bring: A camera, comfortable shoes, snacks, water, anything else you’ll need.

What will be provided: A tour of the falls and car rides for those who carpool, and a good time with great company.

Cost: None, other than gas money to the driver of the vehicle

Registration Required: Yes, so we can accommodate travels with enough vehicles

Location and Directions: Meet at New Seasons Market on NE 33rd and Killingsworth at 5PM to carpool. Visit this website for directions: http://trips.stateoforegon.com/multnomah_falls/

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke cell 541-231-6269, [email protected]

 

 

Saturday, August 4th

 

 

Date: Saturday, August 4th

When: 9AM-Early afternoon (approx 2-4PM). Meet at the Food Fight! Parking Lot at 9AM to carpool

What: A day trip to Bagby Hot Springs 2 hours SE of Portland

Where: Meet at the Food Fight! parking lot on SE 42nd and Division near Kalga Kafe

Why: To hike in the Natural Wilderness in an Old Growth Forest and sit in natural Hot Springs with friends.

What to bring: Bring food and drinks, snacks, a camera, comfortable clothes, clothes for hiking and the hot springs.

What will be provided: Carpooling for those who meet at Food Fight! at 9AM.

Cost: Please bring money for gas to pay the driver

Registration Required: Yes, so we can plan for carpooling options

Location and Directions: visit this website for directions and information: http://www.nwhotsprings.net/bagby.htm

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

 

 

 

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Sunday, August 5th

 

 

 

Date: Sunday, August 5th

When: 12PM-4PM

What: Group Sports Day! (Soccer, Basketball, Frisbee, other sports)

Where: TBA (Park Location)

Why: To do something physical during our “vacation.”

What to bring: Athletic clothing and shoes, a camera, snacks, water, and anything else you think you’ll need.

What will be provided: Athletic equipment including a soccer ball, basketball and Frisbee, but please bring your own sports equipment as well.

Cost: None

Registration Required: No

Location and Directions: TBA

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

Date: Sunday, August 5th

When: 6:30PM

What: Speaking Presentation by Robert Cheeke "Thrive on a Plant-based diet. Whole-Food Nourishment for Whole-Body Health"

Where: TBA, check back for updates

Why: To learn how you can thrive (rather than just get-by) on a plant-based diet

What to bring: A notepad, pen, and paper to take notes, camera

What will be provided: Take-away info and treats courtesy of Vega

Cost: Donations accepted

Registration Required: Yes, space will be limited (e-mail [email protected] to register)

Location and Directions: TBA, check back for updates

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

 

Monday, August 6th

 

 

Date: Monday, August 6th

When: 4PM-5:30PM

What: Chef Presentation by the one and only Chef Al Chase (includes a meal)

Where: NE 34th and Killingsworth (must register to get exact address)

Why: To observe and learn from one of the World’s finest Vegan Chefs

What to bring: $15 to cover the cost of the presentation class, a camera and a hungry tummy

What will be provided: An awesome chef demonstration by Chef Al Chase www.chefal.org

Cost: $15 – Must Pre-Register and Pre-Pay to reserve a spot (space limited)

Registration Required: Yes, call 541-231-6269 or e-mail [email protected]

Location and Directions: NE 34th and Killingsworth (exact location will be given once registration and payments have been made)

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

 

 

 

Date: Monday, August 6th

When: 7PM-10PM

What: Farewell/Closing Dinner

Where: Bay Leaf Vegetarian Restaurant (4768 SE Division St.) 503-232-7058

Why: To say goodbye or “see you later” to friends as this will be our final event for the 2007 Vegan Vacation

What to bring: A camera, money for food and drinks and for our silent auction, and anything else you’d like to bring.

What will be provided: A silent auction, a good time, and lots of photos, tears and hugs.

Cost: Bring money for food, drinks, and silent auction items

Registration Required: No, but encouraged so we can inform the restaurant staff of the size of our group.

Location and Directions: SE Portland, from MLK and Burnside, head South on MLK, take a Right on the Powell exit and it will put you on Division (follow the signs), take Division up to approx 48th and it's on the right.

Contact Person: Robert Cheeke 541-231-6269 cell, [email protected]

[robert]

Any last minute suggestions? Get them to me quickly! We're posting it all over town soon and we'll blanket the city with flyers and posters.

 

It is great to involve the Public Community and I know many of you made good friends with Portland residents last year.

 

Also check out www.veganvacations.net for updates and all the details.

 

Thanks!

[Hero]

youre going to multnomah falls?!

 

oh wow, most fortunate vegans ever!!

 

I've always wanted to go there soooo badd. please take pictures

Edited July 21, 2007 by Hero

[Zack]

I'll have tons of pics topher, when I get back i'll email you some or post em up here. There will be tons of pictures i'm sure.

[Hero]

I'll have tons of pics topher, when I get back i'll email you some or post em up here. There will be tons of pictures i'm sure.

 

awesome! thank you.

 

I wish I could go on VV but I cant.

so pictures of the falls would be much appreciated.

[Zack]

Hopefully there will be plenty more so don't sweat it too much!

[tofutod]

should i be making arrangements for the ride situation? i'm gonna need one to get to the coast, if that's possible.

[gkleinman]

Looks like a great line up! When we get closer and I know my schedule and which I can attend!

 

I have a car, so I can help transport for the things I attend

[offense74]

What's a silent auction?

 

*Edit*

Nevermind, looked it up on wiki. I've seen this on "Friends" once when Joey baught a boat

[robert]

Keep checking www.veganvacations.net for updates.

 

See you soon.

[C.O.]

[tofutod]

vegetarian is spelled wrong on the bottom of the flyer

[C.O.]

ARRR Pirates don't worry about spellin' !

[robert]

Word.

[C.O.]

I hope everyone had a good time. I did. Enjoy the rest of your vegan vacation.

 

 

-Dylan

[badinia]

I've adjusted my medication and now I'm pretty sure I won last night! It was fun.