Gorge 25th Birthday Bash
Fans of the Columbia Gorge joined Friends of the Columbia Gorge on November 18, 2011 to celebrate the National Scenic Area’s 25th birthday at the Leftbank Annex.
Fans of the Columbia Gorge joined Friends of the Columbia Gorge on November 18, 2011 to celebrate the National Scenic Area’s 25th birthday at the Leftbank Annex.
From start to finish Kimberly and Andy’s wedding was a celebration to be remembered.
A selection of images (photo credit: Becerra Photography):
On October 22 & 23, 2011 the Great American Distillers Festival held their annual celebration of craft distilleries from across the United States at the Leftbank Annex.
Attendees tasted some of the country’s most interesting spirits, learned about everything from whiskey to gin, and met distillers one on one.
The festival also happened in conjunction with the Portland Cocktail Invitational, a live competition sponsored by the Oregon Bartenders Guild and Imbibe Magazine and featured some of the country’s most talented bartenders vying for a $1000 cash prize.
The Pixie Project’s first auction, in 2009, celebrated Pixie’s first two years and sold out. On November 5th, 2011 they held their second benefit dinner and auction at the Leftbank Annex in Portland to celebrate another two years of rescue success and to raise money for the exciting new chapter in Pixie’s history.
We Can Do Better held their 2011 Conference at the Leftbank Annex on November 11th focused on “Bringing People Together to Improve Health Care and Health”.
The one day event had an amazing lineup of experienced professionals and grassroots leaders who added substance and important perspective to the health care system discussions going on right now.
Jessica and Bryce held their wedding reception at the Leftbank Annex on September 24th, 2011.
A selection of images from the event (photo credit: Aaron Courter Photography):
On September 17, 2011 a 20th wedding anniversary celebration was held at the Leftbank Annex. The event included the renewal of vows and an intimate dinner with family and friends.
A selection of images from the event:
A video from the event (credit – Hybrid Moon Wedding Films):
On October 6th, 2011 New Avenues for Youth held their signature fundraising event, Comedy Showcase at the Leftbank Annex.
This year events marked the 10th anniversary of bringing legendary comedic talent in support of New Avenues’ programs for homeless and at-risk youth.
A selection of images from the event:
Portland’s top bartenders squared off in a mixology battle royale at the Leftbank Annex on October 13th.
Special themed bars featured the champions of the local beverage scene and lively entertainment made the the fourth annual Iron Bartender competition their best yet.
On September 10, 2011 John & Missy were married at the Leftbank Annex. They celebrated their union in chic style.
A selection of images from the wedding: