We know things are tight this year, which is all the more reason to get out of the house and have some fun. If you've been wanting to enjoy some of the first-rate music we offer at night, you can do so now without paying a cover. Just arrive before 7:30pm and order an entree. Then grab a pint and kick back to see the show. You can bring the kids, too. We can host minors until 9pm. We'll point out to you when we think one of our evening acts is especially family-friendly, but we always schedule performances that include adult content after 9pm.
Why not check out the music this Friday? It's a free 80s Cover Night Open Mic. Musicians, come out and play your favorite tunes from the decade of big shoulders. Audience gets to vote for its favorite performer who will win a gig at Airplay. Sign-up at 7:30pm.
Also on Friday we're introducing a new lunchtime activity: Making Music Lunch. This Friday we're making paper plate tambourines. For this first Friday, materials come free with the purchase of a Kiddo meal, or for $1. Parents and caregivers enjoy delicious grilled paninis, a delightful Taste of Oregon crepe or a healthy Coastal Salad. Little ones can munch on PB&J Pita Triangles or Grilled Cheese, then make their own instrument to take home with them.
Also, as our gift to you, we are going to continue to offer free music in the mornings for another month. In the new year we'll be asking for a small donation per child for our Storytime, Singalong and Music FUNdamentals classes (details below) so we can adequately compensate our wonderful performers. (Parents and caregivers are always be free.) So come on out and take advantage of these activities for free for the full month of December.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Santa is coming!
December 2 and 9, 5 to 7pm: Santa Storytime and Photo Op
Santa reads to the guests and poses for pictures. Kids can decorate a foam frame to take home. The whole family can grab an easy dinner and head home ready for visions of sugar plums (dinner not included). $5 per child. Santa arrives at 5:30.
December 5, 10am: Free Chocolate Tasting provided by Taste of Chocolate
Indulge yourself and get ideas for holiday gifts and recipes with free samples provided by Taste Chocolate. Free.
December 6, 6pm: Family Holiday Singalong
A holiday party for the whole family. Airplay Cafe's regular musical morning performers (Raquel, Phil and Gabriel) lead folks of all ages in a holiday singalong. Introduce your kids to the classics you love. There's time for dinner or special holiday snacks before the music starts. A percentage of all proceeds will benefit Children's Relief Nursery of Portland. $5 per walking guest/$10 per family. Advance purchase available at Airplay Café or http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/48844.
And we're excited to announce that Mo Phillips will be the musical guest at our All Ages Family New Year's Celebration, December 31, 5 to 7pm! Midnight comes early at Airplay Cafe, where the whole family can enjoy a New Year's Eve Countdown together and ring in 2009 with sparkling cider and live music. Fun and fancy sandwich buffet included. $7 per child/$15 per adult (reservations suggested but not required: 503-808-7908)
MUSIC AT NIGHT
Congratulations to Randy Hartley who won last week's Songwriter's Contest and a free recording session at Airplay. Randy blew the crowd away with his performance and won the vote. Check out some of his incredible guitar playing here. There was also a winner chosen by the house, and that winner will be announced at Friday's contest.
Andy Simon's Open Mic takes place every Tuesday. Sign-up at 7:30pm, performances start at 8pm, free.
Jessie Blevins hosts Songwriters In the Round Wednesday evening. There is a featured performance each week, as well as an opportunity for other songwriters to perform or join the jam. 8pm (Hat passed to support the performers.)
FAMILY FUN
Monday-10am: Storytime with Raquel
Kick back with a latte and let Raquel entertain your little ones with books, music and fingerplays. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free
Tuesday-10am: Little People Singalong with Gabriel
Sing along for little people and their caregivers, as well as an introduction to instruments. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free
Wednesday-10am: Pajama Jammy Jam and Bagel Breakfast
Don't bother getting the little ones dressed. They can come in their PJs and jam to the recorded music of a different featured family music artist each week. Bagel breakfast special for grown-up and kiddos. Free. (This week we'll listen to Laurie Berkner.)
Thursday-10am: Music FUNdamentals with Phil is back from vacation with a introduction to rythm and tone through songs kids will love and few that will be favorites of their parents and caregivers. For ages 5 and under with a caregiver. Free.
Airplay is now offering the opportunity to reserve our space on weekday afternoons for a private party, event or recording session. Contact us at info@airplaycafe.com.
We can make fundraising more fun for your school or organization. You pick a Wednesday night and we'll dedicate 10% of proceeds from that evening to your organization. Get out your friends for food, drink and music, have a great time and raise funds at the same time. Contact us at info@airplaycafe.com.
Are you a music teacher? Have you been craving a chance to get on stage yourself and show what you can do? We're putting together a music teacher showcase. Drop us an email at music@airplaycafe.com and we'll get back to you with details.
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