Hollywood Boosters

Third Thursday

Join us every Third Thursday from 6:00 to 9:00 pm in the shops of Hollywood!

Next up: September 18, 2008
Theme: "Fun and Games!"

Enjoy free live music, goodies, sales and discounts, and special events like movie trivia, story times for kids, trunk shows, five-minute neck massages, art shows, wine tasting, sing-a-longs and more. Third Thursday is sure to be a fun evening for you and your family. Check out the Third Thursday Event Guide (coming soon) for more information. We would also like to thank Providence for their wonderful support of our Third Thursday music.

Play Third Thursday Trivia with us every month in Hollywood. Our Third Thursday Trivia Master cooks up a smorgasbord of themed trivia questions each month ranging from very easy to wickedly difficult. Test your mind and have fun!

1. Get your Third Thursday Trivia Map (coming soon) here or grab one at any participating business.
2. Start at any Third Thursday business between 6:00 and 9:00 pm.
3. Check out the question posted at each business, take a guess at the answer and get a stamp on your map.
4. Turn in your map at the end of the evening for prize drawings.
5. Prizes awarded for: Most Questions Answered, Most Businesses Visited and Just for Playing!
6. Check out the answers from last month here: Third Thursday Trivia Answers.

Click here for archived photos of past Third Thursdays.

Hollywood Burger Battle and Bun Fest

The largest Simon Says contest in Portland will kick off the Hollywood Boosters’ 2008 Burger Battle. Events begin with an old-fashioned cake walk, followed by wiener dog and all-breed dog costume contests. Then kids will join Tony Starlight for the largest Simon Says contest in town. Prizes just for participating.

The Bun Fest will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 1:30 pm in the Wells Fargo Bank parking lot (4233 NE Sandy Boulevard). Check out the Bun Fest Schedule!

Holidays in Hollywood

Look for vintage decorations and shooting stars on Sandy Blvd. this December as Hollywood celebrates the season with you and your family.

Veteran's Day Parade

The Veteran's Day Parade is Hollywood's tribute to the dedicated men and women who have served our country. Every year, hundreds of veterans young and old march or ride through Hollywood along Sandy Boulevard, and hundreds more people line the streets to say thank you for the sacrifices made by the members of the armed forces. This is your chance to support the people who place their lives in danger for you. Hollywood businesses plan and organize the parade every year, and arrange for flags to be posted along the parade route. This year, we are also planning a reception for veterans, their families, and anyone who wants to say thank you for serving!

The parade takes place on Sunday, November 11, 2007.

Clean Up Day

The Hollywood District is looking a little bit cleaner and shinier today. That's because volunteers swept through on July 12 for Hollywood's first Clean-Up Day in 2008. Business owner Kim Cottrell noticed problems with trash and weeds in Hollywood streets while biking to work. She decided to take action, and talked with members of the Hollywood Boosters for help in planning and carrying out a clean-up day. Click here for more information.

Junior Rose Parade

Since its inception, Portland's Rose Festival has included a children's parade. The first Rose Festival in 1907 included a parade of 2000 boys and girls representing 23 schools! Hollywood is the home of the Junior Rose Parade, which became official in 1936. Since that time, the parade has become a beloved tradition for many Portland families. Bands, school groups, scout troops, children's organizations, youth clubs, dance teams and families join in the parade. Children dress in costume, build colorful floats towed on wagons, or ride on bikes decorated with flowers, crepe paper, streamers and balloons. Watch for unicycles!

This year's Centennial Celebration promises some special nostalgic entries in the parade, including a colorful maypole and beautiful historical costumes. Make sure to arrive early for the best view.

When: Thursday, June 4, 2008. Parade starts at 1:00 pm.

Where: The parade begins at the east end of Hollywood at 52nd Ave and Sandy. The marchers head west along Sandy to 39th where they turn off to their final stop at Grant High School.

For more information, visit http://www.rosefestival.org/events/juniorparade.

Casino Night

Whether you’re a gambler or not, be sure to get in on the fun at the Hollywood Boosters Casino Night on Thursday, April 17, 2008. It will again be held at 42nd Street Station, 2000 NE 42nd Street. Historically Casino Night is the largest fundraiser of the year for the Boosters. Hollywood businesses donate prizes, ranging from gift baskets to gift certificates for dinner. Gamblers “purchase” prizes at the end of the evening with their winnings. Last year’s top prize was a gasfired barbeque grill donated by Albina Fuel and Pacific Energy Systems. In addition, numerous door prizes are awarded throughout the evening.

Purchase advance admission tickets to Casino Night from any Booster Board member.