You added Japanese Gardens, but forgot the bigger and much more beautiful Rose Gardens right next door (that are also free, although they do have donation boxes.)

The Evergreen Air and Space Museum is awesome, but a bit of a trip especially for visitors. I’d suggest going across the Columbia to Fort Vancouver and the Pearson Air Museum if time is limited.

Also, Rice may not be allowed at Rocky Horror any longer. You can find more about it by going to the cast’s page, http://RockyPdx.org and asking there.

I’m a transplant from Texas and weather is perfect. Not near as much rain as the reputation.

See you at Gnomedex 2009.

1) Trek in the Park (http://bit.ly/aHa7m)

This years event’s description: Atomic Arts’ Trek in the Park is a free, live, theater performance of the Star Trek episode “Amok Time” at the Woodlawn Park amphitheater. Witness Spock undergo the bizarre and brutal Vulcan marriage ritual of Pon Farr as the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise attempt to save him before it’s too late! Portland actors accompanied with live music and effects bring this classic piece of television to life! Spend a day in the park, bring a picnic, and BOLDLY GO!!

2) Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Clinton Street Theater (http://www.clintonsttheater.com/)

The Clinton Street Theater has been showing the Rocky Horror Picture Show every Saturday night (except for foul weather, holidays, etc.) since April 1978. Bring your rice, the toast, the G-String, and come on down to the longest running RHPS in the WORLD!

3) Kumoricon (http://www.kumoricon.org)

Kumoricon continues its role as the center of anime in Portland and a favorite destination for lovers of Japanese animation throughout Oregon and beyond. Our seventh year brings us to the heart of downtown Portland, occupying the two towers of the Hilton Portland and Executive Tower hotel and featuring our largest main events room ever. Labor Day Weekend 2009, we’ll be back with three days of cosplay, video rooms, exhibitors, panels, video games, fan creation, and much more. Fans, we welcome you to another year!

4) OryCon (http://www.orycon.org/orycon31/)

OryCon is Oregon’s Premier Sci-Fi convention and has been running for an amazing 31 years! This year it takes place November 27th to the 29th.

Hope this helps people out that plan to travel to Portland different times of the year!

1) Ground Kontrol (http://www.groundkontrol.com)

Over 90 of the best arcade games from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s in an authentic gameroom environment. Original cabinets, original gameplay and original quarter slots, just like you remember! Pull on some Pumas and terrycloth wristbands, get in your stance, and prepare to immerse yourself in the electric glow of years gone by.

2) Backspace (http://www.backspace.bz)

Backspace is the entertainment mecca of Portland, Oregon. Visit & discover a techno-playground; a modern arcade for the modern gamer featuring top of the line networked systems on a fat internet pipe. In their 4000 sq ft. space, you will find a cafe–gallery featuring up & coming local artists, lowered ceilings, and brick walls.

3) The Montage (http://www.montageportland.com)

Located in the heart of the Central Eastside Industrial district in what was once the Royal Hotel is now the home of Le Bistro Montage, one of Portland’s quirkiest Restaurants.

While dining on communal linen-covered tables, you can enjoy a wide variety of meals, from rock shrimp pesto linguini to alligator jambalaya! Try one of our homemade desserts and get your to go food wrapped in our signature foil masterpieces.

Just a few minutes from Downtown Portland, a completely different feel awaits those who venture across the Willamette River.

4) Powell’s Technical Books (http://www.powells.com/technicalbooks)

Just a few blocks from the main Powell’s store Powell’s Technical Books features ever type of technical literature one can imagine, along with a collection of desktop computer systems of days gone by.

5) Music Millennium (http://www.musicmillennium.com/)

Music Millennium has been open for 30 years later and is the oldest record store in existence in the Pacific Northwest. Throughout their history, they’ve stocked the ever-evolving gamut of formats including LP’s, 45’s, reel-to-reel, 8-track, cassette, DAT, compact disc, mini-disc, DCC and CD-ROM.

6) Rimsky-Korsakoffeehouse (http://rimskys.blogspot.com/)

Since 1980, the after-dinner crowd has been coming to this unassuming Victorian home for post-event socialization and live classical music. Upon entry, signs instruct patrons to take a menu and find a table, which is not always an easy prospect. Menu offerings include mocha-fudge cake, ice cream sundaes or cheesecake–all of which go well with a cup of coffee.

I hope all of you will come and visit our lovely city! There are so many amazing things to do here; way to many to list. You will love the fresh air and many beautiful parks and gardens. And before you leave you’ll be considering when you want to move here.