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		<title>Spring Fling Event at Kate Spade</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:16:13 +0000</pubDate>
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3/11
We&#8217;re Throwing a spring fling.  Join us for a day of sips and snacks celebrating shopping from head to toe.  This invitation entitles you to bring two friends.  As as special treat, you&#8217;ll each receive 20% off your entire purchase during the event.  Please contact Kate Spade at  503.274.7607 to RSVP.
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<p>3/11</p>
<p>We&#8217;re Throwing a spring fling.  Join us for a day of sips and snacks celebrating shopping from head to toe.  This invitation entitles you to bring two friends.  As as special treat, you&#8217;ll each receive 20% off your entire purchase during the event.  Please contact Kate Spade at  503.274.7607 to RSVP.</p>
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		<title>DJ Mr. Mumu leads the dance party at Mother’s Velvet Lounge</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:15:11 +0000</pubDate>
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www.mothersbistro.com
3/13
Who said mama doesn’t dance? Lisa Schroeder, chef/owner of Mother’s Bistro &#38; Bar and Mama Mia Trattoria, knows a good beat when she hears one.  Schroeder is excited to announce that beginning Saturday, March 13, DJ Mr. Mumu will spin tunes in Mother’s Velvet Lounge every Friday and Saturday night, kicking off the weekends early [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.mothersbistro.com" target="_blank">www.mothersbistro.com</a></p>
<p>3/13</p>
<p>Who said mama doesn’t dance? Lisa Schroeder, chef/owner of Mother’s Bistro &amp; Bar and Mama Mia Trattoria, knows a good beat when she hears one.  Schroeder is excited to announce that beginning Saturday, March 13, DJ Mr. Mumu will spin tunes in Mother’s Velvet Lounge every Friday and Saturday night, kicking off the weekends early by starting his set during Friday&#8217;s Happy Hour.  DJ Mr. Mumu, former resident DJ at Saucebox, is a favorite among the local dance scene, and is known for mixing vinyl, spinning funk and mashing up classic &#8216;get down&#8217; tunes with contemporary beats. Mumu knows how to get the crowd going!  DJ Mr. Mumu&#8217;s first night is Saturday, March 13 from 9p.m. to close.</p>
<p>Where:<br />
Mother’s Velvet Lounge<br />
212 SW Stark Street (corner of Stark and 2nd Ave.)<br />
Portland, OR 97204</p>
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		<title>Iberjoya Trunk Show and Customization Event at Macy&#8217;s</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:12:59 +0000</pubDate>
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Iberjoya
3-18
IberJoya Diamond Jewelry will showcase their special line as well as be available for special orders.March 18th from 11am-6pm. Customers can call the store at 503-223-0512 ext. 6260 to make an appointment or learn more about the event.
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<p><a href="http://www.downtownportland.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/junto020bak002.pdf">Iberjoya</a></p>
<p>3-18</p>
<p>IberJoya Diamond Jewelry will showcase their special line as well as be available for special orders.March 18th from 11am-6pm. Customers can call the store at 503-223-0512 ext. 6260 to make an appointment or learn more about the event.</p>
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		<title>Men&#8217;s &amp; Women&#8217;s Contemporary Week at Saks Fifth Avenue</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:08:48 +0000</pubDate>
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3/25 -3/28
Men&#8217;s &#38; Women&#8217;s Contemporary Week
Spring 2010 Collections are in!
Women receive a Patterson J. Kincaid leopard-print clutch with any $250 purchase, a $100 Gift Card with any $450 purchase and a $250 Gift Card with any $1,000 purchase in Contemporary. Shop Elizabeth &#38; James and spend $450 and receive an Exclusive Scarf. For more information, [...]]]></description>
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<p>3/25 -3/28</p>
<p>Men&#8217;s &amp; Women&#8217;s Contemporary Week</p>
<p>Spring 2010 Collections are in!</p>
<p>Women receive a Patterson J. Kincaid leopard-print clutch with any $250 purchase, a $100 Gift Card with any $450 purchase and a $250 Gift Card with any $1,000 purchase in Contemporary. Shop Elizabeth &amp; James and spend $450 and receive an Exclusive Scarf. For more information, please call 503.553.5374</p>
<p>Men receive a free &#8220;The Townsman New York&#8221; skinny plaid tie with any $250 purchase, a $100 Gift Card with any $450 purchase and a $250 Gift Card with any $1,000 purchase in Men&#8217;s Contemporary and select Men&#8217;s Sportswear.<br />
For more information, please call 503.553.5126</p>
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		<title>Tapas Dinner at Kenny &amp; Zukes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:06:47 +0000</pubDate>
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www.kennyandzukes.com
3-28
The Tapas Dinner is Back!
We just sold out our crab supper and our most popular family style dinner is yet to come.
Over a dozen fabulous dishes and the best sangria this side of Barcelona. Garlic prawns, albondigas, stuffed mussels, tortilla espanol&#8230; We&#8217;re just warming up!
Sunday, March 28th
Seatings at 5:00 and 7:30
$36.50 per person including sangria
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<p><a href="http://www.kennyandzukes.com" target="_blank">www.kennyandzukes.com</a></p>
<p>3-28</p>
<p>The Tapas Dinner is Back!</p>
<p>We just sold out our crab supper and our most popular family style dinner is yet to come.</p>
<p>Over a dozen fabulous dishes and the best sangria this side of Barcelona. Garlic prawns, albondigas, stuffed mussels, tortilla espanol&#8230; We&#8217;re just warming up!</p>
<p>Sunday, March 28th<br />
Seatings at 5:00 and 7:30<br />
$36.50 per person including sangria<br />
$29.50 without sangria<br />
Children under 12&#8230;.$19.50</p>
<p>Reserve now! This will sell out. Stop by the restaurant, call 503.222.DELI (3354) or email catering@kennyandzukes.com.</p>
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		<title>Mar.10 spells MARIO promotion</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:04:04 +0000</pubDate>
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3/1 &#8211; 3/10
….A GASTRONOMIC COINCIDENCE!  Now through March 10th visit us at any of our locations.  Now through March 10th visit us at any of our locations.  We&#8217;re celebrating the gastronomic coincidence that Mar.10 spells Mario!  Purchase a special edition t-shirt designed by Northwest artist Jim Risoworld for $35*  Buy multi Raffle Tickets (1 for [...]]]></description>
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<p>3/1 &#8211; 3/10</p>
<p>….A GASTRONOMIC COINCIDENCE!  Now through March 10th visit us at any of our locations.  Now through March 10th visit us at any of our locations.  We&#8217;re celebrating the gastronomic coincidence that Mar.10 spells Mario!  Purchase a special edition t-shirt designed by Northwest artist Jim Risoworld for $35*  Buy multi Raffle Tickets (1 for $10, 3 for $25) for bella prizes!*  Purchase original works of art created by our charities&#8217; young artists* In Portland: hand woven rugs inspired by CHAP kid&#8217;s original artwork.</p>
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		<title>Vince Trunk Show at Mercantile</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:02:14 +0000</pubDate>
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3/4 -3/7
Vince.  Spring trunk show &#8211; March 4 &#8211; 7  beautiful.simple.fresh.  Take home a special gift from vince with your purchase*
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<p>3/4 -3/7</p>
<p>Vince.  Spring trunk show &#8211; March 4 &#8211; 7  beautiful.simple.fresh.  Take home a special gift from vince with your purchase*</p>
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		<title>Portland Saturday Market Kicks-off 37th Season</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:59:08 +0000</pubDate>
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www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com
3/6-3/7
Join Portland Saturday Market for the kickoff weekend of its 37th season, March 6th and 7th. The tradition continues with a new look for the Market, under an 8,000-square-foot open-sided pavilion, a cantilevered deck overlooking the river and a circular plaza containing the Legacy Fountain in a beautiful park setting along the waterfront.
The two-day celebration [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com" target="_blank">www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com</a></p>
<p>3/6-3/7</p>
<p>Join Portland Saturday Market for the kickoff weekend of its 37th season, March 6th and 7th. The tradition continues with a new look for the Market, under an 8,000-square-foot open-sided pavilion, a cantilevered deck overlooking the river and a circular plaza containing the Legacy Fountain in a beautiful park setting along the waterfront.</p>
<p>The two-day celebration on March 6th &amp; 7th will include:</p>
<p>* Five daily give-a-ways of $25.00 gift cards and one grand prize gift basket, which includes four tickets to Portland’s Lan Su Chinese Garden at NW 3rd &amp; Everett, a $100.00 gift card, and other fine crafted goodies from the Market!</p>
<p>* The Market’s Main Stage will be serving up traditional Irish music all weekend long with the likes of The Fenbi International Superstars</p>
<p>* The Kid’s Corner, featuring Janet Julian teaching children and their families how to create musical instruments out of recycled materials to use during the 2 p.m. Kid’s Parade through the Market both Saturday and Sunday.</p>
<p>* The Market’s international Food Court featuring original recipes of local favorites like Jalisco’s chicken quesadillas, Taste of Poland’s homemade pierogi or Chowder Heads&#8217; juicy fish-and-chips basket.</p>
<p>* And, as always, the Market’s talented artisans selling their original handcrafted wares.</p>
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		<title>Free Lunch Promotion at Red Star</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:56:49 +0000</pubDate>
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redstartavern.com
3/9-3/10
WHO SAID THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A FREE LUNCH?
NOT US!
Red Star Tavern and Roast House and Chef Thomas Dunklin want you to sample our new rotisserie.  Plus, scratch your way to win big prizes
What: Keep an eye out for members of the “Red Star Street Team,” (you’ll know them by their bright Red Star [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://redstartavern.com/portland-dining.php" target="_blank">redstartavern.com</a></p>
<p>3/9-3/10</p>
<p>WHO SAID THERE’S NO SUCH THING AS A FREE LUNCH?<br />
NOT US!</p>
<p>Red Star Tavern and Roast House and Chef Thomas Dunklin want you to sample our new rotisserie.  Plus, scratch your way to win big prizes</p>
<p>What: Keep an eye out for members of the “Red Star Street Team,” (you’ll know them by their bright Red Star T-shirts) who’ll hit the streets around Portland on March 9 &amp; 10. Grab one of the team’s special “Scratch ‘n’ Win” cards for a free lunch AND the chance for amazing prizes – every card is a winner!</p>
<p>Why:  All cards entitle guests to a free lunch from Red Star on March 11! The fabulous feast includes a Rotisserie Porchetta Sandwich, chips and a Thomas Kemper All Natural soda.<br />
But wait there’s more!<br />
Scratch the card to see what you REALLY win!<br />
Prizes include: weekend stays at Kimpton Hotels in Portland and Seattle, free lunch for a month at Red Star and big discounts at Red Star Tavern &amp; Roast House!</p>
<p>When:Scratch and win giveaway: Tuesday and Wednesday, March 9 &amp; 10 from 11:30a.m. -1 p.m.</p>
<p>Free lunch: Thursday, March 11th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (while supplies last)</p>
<p>Where: Look for the street team in the downtown Portland business/shopping district near the Hotel Monaco (506 SW Washington), up and down Broadway and around Pioneer Place</p>
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		<title>Kells Pipes &amp; Drums at Kathleen&#8217;s of Dublin</title>
		<link>http://www.downtownportland.org/2010/kells-pipes-drums-at-kathleens-of-dublin/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:54:28 +0000</pubDate>
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kathleensofdublin.com
3/17
The pipes are calling!
Kells Pipes &#38; Drums at Kathleen&#8217;s
March 17 • 12:30 &#38; 1:30pm
A Kathleen&#8217;s of Dublin 16 year tradition! Come enjoy the bagpipes and drums of Kells Irish Pipes &#38; Drums band. These men and women are some of the best pipers and drummers in the Pacific Northwest.
Kathleen&#8217;s will be serving Irish Creme Coffee [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://kathleensofdublin.com/site/index.php?main_page=page&amp;id=7&amp;zenid=qj5j0mvjinupe87akfrkhi0ia4" target="_blank">kathleensofdublin.com</a></p>
<p>3/17</p>
<p>The pipes are calling!</p>
<p>Kells Pipes &amp; Drums at Kathleen&#8217;s</p>
<p>March 17 • 12:30 &amp; 1:30pm</p>
<p>A Kathleen&#8217;s of Dublin 16 year tradition! Come enjoy the bagpipes and drums of Kells Irish Pipes &amp; Drums band. These men and women are some of the best pipers and drummers in the Pacific Northwest.<br />
Kathleen&#8217;s will be serving Irish Creme Coffee and our famous Irish Whiskey Oatmeal Cake from 11-5 pm.</p>
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