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101 THINGS TO DO
May 23, 2013
PORTLAND AQUARIUM
— You’ve got to
sea it to believe it. Housed in what was for-
merly a 12,500-square-foot restaurant in
Milwaukie, the Portland Aquarium has 30
exhibits with more than 2,500 species of sea
life. The privately owned attraction offers a
hands-on experience for kids, who can pet
and feed many of the animals. Located at
16323 S.E. McLoughlin Blvd. For more information, call
503-303-4721 or visit portlandaquarium.net.
MOLALLA BUCKEROO
— Cele-
brating 100 years of rodeo, the
Molalla Buckeroo will take place
July 3-7 at 815 Shirley Street in
Molalla. The festivities include
carnival rides, great food, ven-
dors, live music in the dance tent,
and fireworks. General admission
is $13; reserved tickets are $15. For more infor-
mation, visit molallabuckeroo.com.
PORTLAND JAPANESE GARDENS
—Washington Park is home to a
secluded gem, Portland’s Japanese Gardens. Meander through sand
and stones, over bridges, near waterfalls and appreciate the lushness of
an authentic Japanese garden. For hours and admission prices, call 503-223-1321 or
visit japanesegarden.com.
OREGON STATE FAIR
— Salem is
the place to be Aug. 23 through
Sept. 2 for the Oregon State Fair.
Carnival rides, art and animal exhi-
bitions, food, wine and headlining
entertainment are all part of the
big event. For more information,
visit oregonstatefair.org.
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