Northeast and North Portland Neighborhood News
(The Alibi Restaurant and Lounge)
By Ted Perkins ofni. 1659200998 swen- 1659200998 rats@ 1659200998 snikr 1659200998 epdet 1659200998
On August 27, Alibi Restaurant and Lounge in the Overlook neighborhood – one of the oldest tiki bars in the country – will celebrate 75 years in business with a parking lot event, transformed into an outdoor tiki oasis sponsored by Cruzan Rum.
The event will be held from 12 to 8 p.m. with a dozen local and regional tiki vendors, an outdoor luau feast, a shave ice cart and an outdoor tiki cocktail garden. Commemorative limited edition 75th Anniversary tiki mugs and other Alibi merchandise will be available.
“We will have a stage with surf rock bands The Apollo Four and King Ghidorha – and live band karaoke featuring Portland favorites Karaoke from Hell,” said Alibi Owner Marcus Archambeault. “Pick your favorite song and be the lead singer in the band. These bands are incredibly talented and not to be missed.”
Between sets, the main stage will feature DJ Gregarious and Hawaiian Dance Troupe Hula Halau Ohana Holo‘oko‘a, an intimate burlesque show featuring Miss Holly Dai.
We will have native historians on stage to provide a history of Hawaii, its culture, and struggles endured by its native peoples,” said Archambeault. “This is a kid-friendly event featuring children’s hula lessons, a mechanical surfboard ride, and other fun games and activities for kids. We will have henna tattoos and a caricatures artist on hand to create great memories for the kiddos. Lastly, they can see Grape Ape, our 30-foot purple inflatable gorilla.
“We will be hosting a charity dunk tank and raffle, featuring local celebrities to benefit the and Pacific Islander and Asian Family Center,” said Archambeault. ” A portion of proceeds from the event will also be donated to the organization. We look forward to seeing you there!”
For more information, call 503-287-5335 or visit www.club21pdx.com/alibitiki.html.
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