Alberta Arts District News – Winter 2012

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CHRISTMAS TREE TOUR

Get your walking boots on for Tannenbaum Madness, the crazy and wacky walking tour aimed at viewing 30 themed “trees” on display at local businesses through December. Tied to the ongoing “Shop Local, Shop Late” Friday nights on Alberta, where businesses are open till at least 8pm, grab one of the maps available at participating shops and seek out some not-so-typical Christmas trees. Look out for the “Pepperoni Pine” at Bella Faccia Pizzeria, or the “Lollipop Guild” at Frock.

A VERY FUNKY CHRISTMAS
Mary Taponga has an art studio on Alberta that feels like an alternate universe. Hail Mary (2928 NE Killingsworth) is her entirely mosaic art store, chock full of everything and anything that can be decorated with shards of colored, cut glass. From functional pieces, like vases, to ornately designed lamps, there is something artistic and funky for everyone. For more traditional tree ornament gifts, check out her crosses—each one has a different personality of design and color. For more information call 503-281-6096. www.marytapogna.com

SEVEN FISHES DINNER
At Enzo’s (2529 NE Alberta), an intimate family-run Italian restaurant, every month features a seven-course meal from a different region of Italy, either prepared by Enzo himself or a guest chef who was born, raised, and works in that region. December 23rd will herald The Seven Fishes Dinner, the traditional Italian Christmas Eve dinner. The full meal will include wine, antipasto, all the courses, and dessert. The seafood will represent the seven seas, including delectable scampi, sea urchins, and fresh fish. Each guest will receive a small box of homemade gifts to take home and share with the family at Christmas. www.enzoscaffeitaliano.com

DIY STICKERS, ALMOST
There are literally no limits to the sorts of stickers you can create at No Limits Stickers (1703 NE Alberta). With an easy online upload system and a wide variety of sizes to choose from, your favorite baby’s face could be a sticker, or a brilliant bumper sticker that sums up your philosophy in a funny nutshell. Regular screen prints can also be done at the shop. So get that idea and bring it in! Make it into a reality… or at least a T-shirt. nolimitspdx.com

SWEET PIES AND DRINKS
What better way to celebrate the holiday spirit than with a slice of warm pie and a cocktail? Random Order (1800 NE Alberta) has the yummiest pie options to choose from, like the Tahitian Vanilla Salted Caramel Apple or the Brandied Peach Galette—all made from local and organic ingredients in the flakiest, all-butter crusts. Paired with an equally exotic and amazing drink, such as the Sweet Tea Ginger Rum & Basil or the Ginger Hot Toddy, it’s Happy Hour meets dessert every day. www.randomordercoffee.com

A MANLY PLACE
The Modern Man Barber Shop (5018 NE 22nd Ave) is a 1920s inspired, traditional three-chair barber shop, complete with a dark wood and mounted game huntsman’s lodge aesthetic. Don’t be fooled by the straight edge razors—these barbers can perform any sort of modern cut or shave. With each service you can enjoy complimentary beer, whiskey, Scotch, wine, old-fashioned root beer, bottled water, coffee or espresso. Get a free cut if you’re unemployed on your way to a job interview. themodernmanpdx.com

SUSTAINABLY PRICED
The One Stop Sustainability Shop, or TOSSS for short, (1468 NE Alberta) sells items that are non-toxic, made of sustainable materials, fair-trade, and sourced as local as possible for affordable prices. Stocking everything from school notebooks, to organic cotton aprons, to cleaning supplies, it really is a mini, sustainable general store. Check out the non-toxic children’s toys like the Made by Me Truck set and the Green Toys Tea Set—Christmas is just around the corner! www.sustainabilitypdx.com

GOOD IDEA
They say Valentine’s Day is all about the roses, but at Origin Flowers & Gifts (1532 NE Alberta), you could put together the most unique bouquet your Valentine has ever seen this February. From bright pink Stargazer lilies to deep purple freesias, there’s no end to the brilliant colors and combinations that owner Beka can come up with for you www.originflowers.com

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