Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday this year to accommodate the love that is in the air. There are still some possibilities that last through the weekend and into the following week if you haven’t reserved your nice supper out. This week’s festivities promise to be enjoyable with loved ones, with everything from Broadway show tunes to flamenco dancing to brand-new vehicles and motorcycles.
Discover Your Love for Flamenco
The Imago Theatre will host two evenings of Espacio Flamenco, showcasing the sights and sounds of Latin rhythm. A passionate and romantic evening is created by professional dancers and guest artist Juan Murube from Seville, Spain, who shares his strong vocals.
Imago Theatre, 17 S.E. Eighth Ave., Friday–Saturday, February 14–15, 7 p.m. Tickets: $30; espacioflamencopdx.com/events-1.
Broadway blockbuster
Does your significant other have a strong interest in Broadway musicals? For you, this is the show. The Oregon Symphony, conducted by Deanna Tham, performs beloved Broadway songs from Hamilton, The Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Phantom of the Opera.
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Friday, February 14, 7:30 p.m.; tickets start at $25; tickets.orsymphony.org.
On Valentine’s Day, take your special someone roller skating. picture in the file.Photo source: Oaks Park
Date for Skateboarding
Put on some wheels and walk your significant other over Oaks Park’s historic skate rink. With two open skate hours, food coupons, two cocktails, and a live DJ performing top 40s and vintage tunes, the Skate Date Package honors romance.
Tickets are limited. Oaks Park Skate Rink, 7805 S.E. Oaks Park Way, Friday, February 14, 7 p.m.; $44 for two people; oakspark.com/prices-roller-rink.
At OMSI, Promsi
It’s similar to prom, except without the teenagers. Get a drink and take your time exploring the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. There will be food and drink vendors, science demonstrations, performances, and DJ music. No tux is necessary! Only those aged 21 and up.
OMSI, 1945 S.E. Water Ave., Friday, Feb. 14, 8 p.m.; admission is $30; omsi.edu/events/omsi-after-dark.
This weekend, truffle enthusiasts will swarm Astoria for three days of events. File shot from Oregon.The files from Oregonian/OregonLive.com
Astoria’s Oregon Truffle Festival
Three events at the Liberty Theatre are part of Astoria’s truffle celebration. On Valentine’s Day, there is a masquerade ball; on Saturday, there are films with a truffle theme; and on Sunday, there is an education day on fresh truffles and mushrooms. For details, tickets, and schedules, visit the website.
At different times Liberty Theatre, 1203 Commercial St., Astoria, Friday–Sunday, February 14–16; tickets vary; oregontrufflefestival.org/venue.
Enjoy playing video games? This weekend is your event in Corvallis. picture in the file.City of Corvallis Recreation and Parks
C3 (Corvallis) GameCon
With a ton of role-playing games, cosplay activities, workshops, tabletop gaming, and expert panels, Corvallis welcomes fans for two days of gaming pleasure. Join like-minded people in celebrating your passion for gaming. Everyone is welcome, but children under the age of thirteen need an adult to accompany them.
Saturday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.; 1–11 p.m. Tickets are $12 (or $18 for a two-day pass) at the Corvallis Community Center, located at 2601 N.W. Tyler Ave., Corvallis, on Sunday, February 15–16; corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec.
The Incredible Bubble Man. Pat Stull’s image
The Incredible Bubble Man
For almost 30 years, Louis Pearl has been the master of bubble art’s science and magic. He performs captivating bubble tricks that blend humor, artistic talent, and audience engagement. Bring the children!
Tickets: $12–$18; etix.com/ticket; Alberta Rose Theatre, 3000 N.E. Alberta St., 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 16.
Salem’s Willamette University. File shot from Oregon.”The Oregonian” or Jamie Hale
Ecclesia Vocal Ensemble Cantores
The evening performance at Willamette University’s Rogers Music Center honors the varied and remarkable compositions of Josquin de Prez (c. 1450-1521). Anticipate secular songs and religious music in the three main languages of the day: French, Italian, and Latin. Kerry McCarthy, one of the leading experts on this era’s music, provides analysis on the concert.
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, Willamette University, Hudson Hall, 900 State St., Salem; tickets $5-$25;app.arts-people.com.
The annual Oregon International Auto Show features the newest models of automobiles, ranging from Teslas to Kias. picture in the file.LC: The Oregonian
The Oregon International Motorbike and Automobile Show
Are you addicted to that fragrance of a new car? Who isn’t? The annual Oregon International Auto Show offers a full day of fun. The show has a lot to look at and fantasize about, even if you’re not in the market for a new car. A Kids Zone, The Garage, where you can learn more about personalizing your car, an adoption booth (for dogs, not kids), exhibitors selling everything automotive, and a dedicated space for motorbike enthusiasts are among the other attractions. Children under the age of nine are free every day.
On Thursday, February 20, it opens from midday to 9 p.m. and stays open until 10 p.m. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on February 21. 22 February, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oregon Convention Center, February 23. 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd; tickets $10-$20;oregonautoshow.com.
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