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Department of Skateboarding

(503) 493-9480
15 NE Hancock St.
http://departmentofskateboarding.com/
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Neighborhood: Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard

Portland’s African-American Main Street now boasts gleaming shopping centers like Vanport Square (5225 NE Martin Luther King Jr. (read more) Blvd.) and the Nike Factory Store (2650 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 281-5901), but this remains a tradition-centered community—the only part of the city where you’ll encounter more storefront churches than espresso bars, and where the majority of restaurants are closed Sundays. One seven-day institution is the Eliot e-Mat Cafe (2808 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite B, 280-8889), which epitomizes current entrepreneurial trends by combining a coffee shop with a laundromat (free wi-fi; soap for a fee). Elsewhere in the BePop district (so called because it’s between two Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits restaurants), the Wonder Ballroom (128 NE Russell St., 284-8686) plays host to indie rock and poetry readings, while Izogie’s Fine Dining (1301 NE Dekum St., 289-8195) brags of a catfish recipe beloved by Bill Clinton. But the best place to taste MLK’s cultural blend is Wednesday and Thursday karaoke nights at Kiknbaque Lounge (3536 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 282-1833), where the melting pot bursts into song. —Aaron Mesh.

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Portland’s only indoor public skatepark, vital during the long rainy season, offers diverse terrain, ranging from street to an 11-foot bowl. DOS caters to all demographics with weekly “Old Man” (over 30), ladies and under-14 sessions. Helmets are required and available to rent.

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Saturday November 14

OUTDOORS

Skate Like a Girl: Girls-Only Skate Session


Intimidated by the testosterone-charged atmosphere at your local park? Or a little embarrassed by the idea of dropping in for your first time? Stop by the Department of Skateboarding, where local female volunteer skate coaches can help you out with the basics. Extra safety gear and boards are available. $10 donation requested. Department of Skateboarding, 15 NE Hancock St. 11 am-1 pm Sundays. $10.



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