Portland in the News: Louie Louie Marathon; World’s Largest Charcuterie Board; Keller’s Carfree Plaza | October 5, 2023

City Council approved plans this week to renovate Keller Auditorium that includes a new pedestrian plaza by Keller Fountain.

This weekend, AFRU Gallery is hosting a 24-hour marathon concert featuring 70 performers playing “Louie Louie.”

And Portland Fruit Tree Project is going to attempt to break the record for the world’s largest charcuterie board.

Here’s a roundup of the goings-on in Portland this week:

• Oregonian: Portland nonprofit to craft ‘world’s largest charcuterie board’ at upcoming fundraiser

• Bike Portland: New Keller Auditorium plans include carfree 3rd Avenue plaza

• Oregon Arts Watch: In the studio with NW Dance Project

• Oregonian: Sting visits a Portland cultural institution

• Here is Oregon: Beyoncé choreographer surprises Jefferson Dancers with master class

• KOIN: Portland ranked 2nd best foodie city in America, according to WalletHub

• Here is Oregon: 24-hour ‘Louie Louie’ marathon concert will feature 70 acts playing the iconic song

• KOIN: Portland’s 6 most photogenic fall locations

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