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This summer has been a blur of big festivals and parties, but this coming weekend might rival any of the top ones. There is the Old Town Block Party, the Belmont Street Fair, Portland Creative Conference, Max Green Line Celebration, and now the largest Oktoberfest in Portland @ Widmer Brothers. PLUS, it is free! I don't know how I am going to navigate all of this. Please send clone machine over now.

Related From Pipeline:

• Portland EVENT LISTINGS
• Portland Oktoberfest @ Mount Angel + Win Tickets: September 19

From Widmer Press Release:

Widmer Brothers Brewing Celebrates a German Tradition at the 5 th Annual Widmer Oktoberfest

Get ready for Munich-style ales and German bratwursts as one of Portland's most-loved Oktoberfest celebrations will take place Saturday, September 12 from 3 p.m. — 11:30 p.m., at Widmer Brothers Brewing Co.

Widmer's Oktoberfest is a tribute to the world-renowned celebration in Munich, Germany, which draws more than six million people annually during the 16-day festival. Widmer's version, although smaller in scale, is large in Oktoberfest spirit. The festival features a variety of craft beers, traditional German food, accordion players, and live music throughout the day. Each year, thousands of Oregonian's attend Read the rest of this entry »

September marks the last month of many of Portland's big street parties thanks to oncoming rainy season. The Hung Far Low sign was taken down last year leading to a bit of a freak out amongst some Portlanders. We can't lose our famous penis joke sign, so thanks to twelve grand in tax dollars it's back…and with a big block  party to match.

I've heard a pretty sweet surprise musical guest not listed below (Update: Lifesavas). I'm not allowed to say who that is, but if you like the hippy-hop, you will be in for a treat.

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From Old Town:

The Old Town Family proudly presents the first annual…

The Old Town Block Party is happening September 12th, 2009. City Center Parking lot, located on NW 5th av., between Couch and Davis. 3pm-10pm, all ages, free.

The concept for the Old Town Block Party first took form around the desire to re-hang the neighborhood's historic Hung Far Low sign; a sign for a defunct restaurant that was deemed a public safety hazard.  After coming together behind the common cause of historical importance, the creative juices starting flowing.  How could an event come about tto both celebrate the history of Old Town/Chinatown while showcasing the burgeoning creative community?  The answer came naturally: a block party, highlighting the local businesses and agencies in the neighborhood, complete with live music, art, food and drink.

Each business will Read the rest of this entry »

From our Partners at Singlelicious

Charming, witty, gorgeous, single ones:

We have been busy, busy at Singlelicious HQ and are happy to kick off our epic schedule of fall events for Portland singles. Two great events happen this week, so if you happen to be a flirt or a jock or just an amazing Portland single, we can't wait to see you there.

Get glam and join us TONIGHT at Mint/820 (mintand820.com) for our first cocktail mixer of the season. The event begins at 6 p.m. and the cover is $15. Cover includes one of Lucy's Brennan's famous refreshments and light snacks. DJ Rafa (@soundofrafa) will also be spinnin' some sweet tunes. So dress your best and join us! More info at singleliciouspdx.com.

PIPELINE PROMO: Mention PDX Pipeline and get $5 OFF COVER

Meet, Mingle, Sweat: Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 7-8 p.m. at Studio X (studioxfitness.com). We know you want to look way fine in your naughty nurse/post-modern Dracula Halloween costume and what better way to look super fine and find a future date for that party than joining us as we workout at Studio X. Drop in or sign up online. Cost is $10.

All Singlelicious events are for ages 21 and up.

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