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ENJOY A NIGHT OUT IN PORTLAND!
The Evaluation 2006 Local Arrangements Committee has put together a terrific menu of evening outings to enable conference attendees to experience some what makes Portland unique and special. Outings include trips to Portland's hip and artsy Pearl District, a regional wine tasting and several dinners hosted by influential members of AEA and the field of evaluation.
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If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
Come Experience Portland’s Famous “First Thursday” Art Walk in the Pearl District
What: A walk through the Pearl District to visit Portland’s fine art galleries.
Your Local Host: Katie Steedly
Description: Your local host will lead the group to our starting point in the Pearl District. From there, wander at your leisure among some of the best shopping, restaurants, and art galleries that Portland has to offer. Many of Portland’s finest art galleries open their doors for the popular “First Thursday” art walk. Galleries frequently offer wine, appetizers, and live music to support your gallery-hopping.
Where we are going: The Pearl District (we will start at the Blackfish Gallery http://www.blackfish.com/, located at 410 NW 9th Ave and then attendees can wander the gallery-intensive district).
How we are getting there/home: We will meet at the hotel and travel by streetcar to the Pearl District. The walk to the streetcar is about 6 blocks. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. We will walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop. We will get off at 10th and Everett and walk 1 block to the Blackfish Gallery. Individuals may meet us at the Blackfish Gallery http://www.blackfish.com/, located at 410 NW 9th Ave if they prefer to go by cab (parking is extremely difficult during First Thursday). Alternatively, you can walk to the starting point. The walk is approximately 0.6 miles and will take 15-20 minutes. Individuals will be responsible for returning to the hotel either by streetcar or taxi. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: Galleries are free, some have a cash bar. Many restaurants are located in the Pearl District from inexpensive pizza to gourmet fine dining (reservations highly recommended on First Thursday). If you take a cab you can expect to pay approx $15 including tip. Street cars are free.
Depart time: 6:30 PM Depart location: Concierge desk in the Main Hilton Lobby
Max number of participants for this outing: 15
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings. What Regional Wine Tasting with optional art walk Your Local Host: Charley Korns Description: Join us for a delightful evening sampling some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest wines along with some terrific food and entertainment at one of Portland’s premier wine bars in Portland’s hip art district. Urban Wine Works offers live music, appetizers, and features a local artist for this special First Thursday event. We will start with a wine tasting and conversations and then people are welcome to wander the art offerings in the Pearl District. Where we are going: Urban Wine Works, 123 Street St, Portland OR How we are getting there/home: We will meet at the hotel and travel by streetcar to the Urban Wine works. The walk is approximately 6 blocks on each end of the trip. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. We will walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop. We will get off at 10th and Everett. Alternatively you can take a cab and meet us there or you can walk to the venue. The walk is approximately 1.4 miles long and will take 20-30 minutes. Individuals are responsible for returning to the hotel although since it will be after dark, I recommend that you buddy-up if walking or share cabs. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free. Anticipated expenses: Wine tasting menu is $20.00 for 3-5 wines, depending on what you choose to sample. Small plates range from $5-12 dollars. If you take a cab you can expect to pay approx $15 including tip. Street cars are free.
Depart time:
6:30 PM Max number of participants for this outing: 15
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!!
If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
What: Dinner and live music at one of Portland’s best jazz music venues, Jimmy Mak’s (a non-smoking environment).
Your Local Host: Scott Burrus
Description: Join us for a delightful evening of Greek food and live jazz in a smoke-free environment. See www.jimmymaks.com for more information about the venue. Thursdays bring one of Portland’s best known jazz musicians, Mel Brown, to Jimmy’s:
The Mel Brown B3 Organ Band: Mel Brown, a native Oregonian, artistic director, highly accredited Northwest drummmer, bandleader and educator, has been a fixture on the Portland jazz scene for over 40 years and has been labeled “The Gentleman of Jazz” and “The Musician’s Musician”.
Brown was the staff drummer for the Motown Music Corporation, working with the Temptations and the Supremes, and for ten years the drummer for an impressive list of celebrities including Diana Ross, Suzanne Somers, Hal Linden, Connie Francis, Pat Boone, and many more.
Brown has remained a passionate educator and has constantly worked with students, conducted jazz workshops and served as an adjudicator to the United States and abroad. Portland proclaimed June 22, 1998 Mel Brown Day in recognition of his accomplishments and his enormous contributions to today’s rich Oregon Jazz Scene.
Where we are going: Jimmy Mak’s 300 NW 10th Ave, Portland, OR
How we are getting there/home: We will meet at the hotel and travel by streetcar to the Pearl District. (The walk to the streetcar is about 6 blocks.) Once we get off we will walk the remaining blocks to Jimmy Mak’s. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. We will walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop. We will get off at 10th and Everett. Those wishing to meet us there can also go by taxi. The reservation is under "Scott Burrus." Driving is not recommended as parking is extremely difficult in this area. Individuals are responsible for returning to the hotel although since it will be after dark, I recommend that you buddy-up if walking or share cabs. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: $5 cover for music. Menu is moderately priced, with entrees in the $8-12 range. If you take a cab you can expect to pay approx $15 including tip. Street cars and buses to Burnside avenue are free.
Depart time: 6:30 PM; Live music begins at 8 pm. Depart location: Concierge desk in the Main Hilton Lobby
Max number of participants for this outing: 15
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! A Tasting Tour of Northwest Micro-Brewed Beers!
If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
What: Taste the Northwest’s finest microbrewed beers!
Your Local Host: Jason Newsom, Portland State University professor and beer/home brewing enthusiast.
Description: Join us for a delightful evening sampling and learning about some of the Pacific Northwest’s finest micro-brewed beers along with some terrific food at Henry’s 12th Street Tavern. Your beer-savvy host will provide general information about the history of brewing in Portland about each of the beers tasted. Henry’s is also located just 2 blocks away from Portland’s famous bookstore, Powell’s World of Books, which is open until midnight for those interesting in browsing before returning to the hotel (www.powells.com)
Where we are going: Henry’s 12th Street Tavern, 10 NW 12th Street, Portland, OR www.henrystavern.com
How we are getting there/home: We will meet at the hotel and travel by streetcar to the Pearl District. The walk to the streetcar is about 6 blocks. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. We will walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop. We will get off at 10th and Burnside. From there we’ll walk the remaining 2 blocks to Henry’s Tavern. Alternatively you can take a cab and meet us there. Our reservation is for 7:00 PM under the name Jason Newsom. Individuals are responsible for returning to the hotel although since it will be after dark, I recommend that you buddy-up if walking or share cabs. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: We will split the cost of all shared beers, approximately $3-$4 per beer tasted. Small plates range from $5-12 dollars. Entrees range $8-15. (Not including tax/tip) If you take a cab you can expect to pay approximately $15 including tip.
Depart time: 6:30 PM Depart location: Concierge desk in the Main Hilton Lobby
Max number of participants for this outing: 10
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
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To sign up for the Hosted Dinner with Jennifer Greene
If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
Host: Jennifer C. Greene
Dr. Greene is a professor of Quantitative and Evaluative Research Methodologies at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Her research interests focus on the intersections of social science and social policy. She works in the domain of educational and social program evaluation and seeks to advance the theory and practice of alternative forms of evaluation, including qualitative, participatory, and mixed-method evaluation approaches. Her current work emphasizes evaluation as a venue for democratizing dialogue about critical social and educational issues, with a focus on conceptualizing evaluation as a "public good."
Your Local Guide: Elizabeth Autio
Restaurant: Andina- This Neo-Peruvian hotspot is located in the heart of Portland’s chic Pearl District. The Oregonian’s 2005 Restaurant of the Year, Andina was also recently celebrated on NPR’s show “The Splendid Table.” Expect live music and a delicious combination of new and familiar flavors. http://www.andinarestaurant.com/
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Andina. The walk is approximately 0.6 miles and will take about 15-20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 1314 NW Glisan Street. You can also take the streetcar. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. (Walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop). Get off at 10th and Gilsan. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name Elizabeth Autio. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees from $19 to $29 plus 20% gratuity.
Depart time: 6:00 pm Depart location: Hilton Main Lobby, base of stairs
Max number of guests for this dinner: 10
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!!
If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
Host: George Julnes
Dr. Julnes is a professor of Research and Evaluation Methodology within the Department of Psychology at Utah State University. He has been program co-chair for the Quantitative Methods TIG for many years and is known for his work on mixed methods in service of “evaluation as assisted sensemaking.” He is currently in the process of co-editing, with Debra Rog, a volume of New Directions for Evaluation on the current controversy over methodologies to be used in federally-sponsored evaluations.
Local Guide: Beth Green
Restaurant: Henry’s 12th Street Tavern- Housed in the historic Weinhard brewery building, Henry’s offers the “best of both worlds”, meshing a modern bar (with 100 beers and hard ciders on tap) with a restaurant featuring Northwest pub and Pacific Rim cuisine. www.henrystavern.com
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Henry’s. The walk is approximately 0.4 miles and will take about 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 10 NW 12th Avenue. You can also take the streetcar. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. (Walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop). Get off at 10th and Burnside. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name George Julnes. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees $8 to $20 plus 20% gratuity.
Depart time: 6:00 pm Depart location: Hilton Plaza Level, in front of Pavilion Room entrance
Max number of guests for this dinner: 10
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!!
If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
Host: Laura Leviton
Dr. Leviton is a senior program officer of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. She has overseen evaluations in most of the areas of focus for the foundation, and now works primarily on Foundation initiatives preventing childhood obesity and in serving vulnerable populations. Her past experience has included serving as a professor of public health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and on the faculty of the University of Pittsburgh School of Public Health. Dr. Leviton is a leading writer on evaluation methods and practice, in particular for disease prevention, and serves on several editorial boards for evaluation journals. She served as President of AEA in 2000.
Local Guide: Amanda Taylor
Restaurant: Park Kitchen- Nestled in a historic building along the peaceful green swath of the North Park Blocks, Park Kitchen brings people together in a setting that melds the core of the kitchen with a sophisticated urban dining experience. With a rotating seasonal menu, “Park Kitchen may look like other Portland restaurants, but there's something magical afoot."
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Park Kitchen. The walk is approximately 1 mile and will take about 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 10 NW 12th Avenue. You can also take the streetcar. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. (Walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop). Get off at 10th and Gilsan. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name Laura Leviton. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees $15 to $25.
Depart time: 6:00 pm Depart location: Hilton Main Lobby, in front of Business Center
Max number of guests for this dinner: 10
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
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Hosts: David Morgan and Richard Krueger
A unique opportunity to dine with two leaders in the field, local professor Dr. David Morgan and focus group guru Dr. Richard Krueger. Dr. Morgan is a university professor affiliated with the Department of Sociology at Portland State University. In addition to co-authoring the Focus Group Kit with Dr. Krueger, he has a forthcoming book from Sage entitled "Integrating Qualitative and Quantitative Methods." Dr. Krueger is known for his efforts in using focus group interviewing within the public environment. He has written extensively about focus group interviewing including six books and numerous chapters in edited books. Dr. Krueger is a member of the graduate faculty at the University of Minnesota and teaches courses in program evaluation and research methods. His areas of specialization include program evaluation, applied research methodology and qualitative analysis.
Additional information: The spotlight of this dinner will be on focus group methodology. It will be of most interest to those who have recently completed or are about to embark upon a focus group.
Local Guide: David Morgan
Restaurant: Mama Mia Trattoria- Mama Mia’s provides delicious Italian-American soul food in a dashing atmosphere and at a comfortable price. With a focus on dishes made by southern Italian immigrants, everything is made from scratch, overseen by owner and award-wining chef Lisa Schroeder. The restaurant’s red walls and glass chandeliers evoke the time and culture of Little Italy. Dinner will be held in the private “family room,” which “looks like it was pulled straight from a Frank Sinatra movie.” Entrees $10 to $20. http://www.mamamiatrattoria.com/
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Mama Mia. The walk is approximately 0.3 miles and will take about 10-15 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 439 SW 2nd Avenue. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name David Morgan.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees $10 to $20 plus 18% gratuity.
Depart time: 6:15 pm Depart location: Hilton Plaza Level, in front of Broadway Rooms entrance
Max number of guests for this dinner: 13
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings. For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
Host: Michael Scriven
One of the field’s most renowned evaluators, Dr. Scriven has made significant contributions to the fields of philosophy, psychology, and, of course, evaluation. He has authored more than 330 publications in 11 fields, including Evaluation Thesaurus, a staple of evaluation literature. At Western Michigan University, Dr. Scriven leads the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Evaluation, serves as Associate Director of The Evaluation Center, and holds tenure in the Department of Philosophy. Dr. Scriven would like for this dining event to be referred to as “The Critic’s Table.”
Local Guide: Theresa Deussen
Restaurant: Higgins- A classic of Northwest-style cuisine, Higgins’ bistro-like atmosphere provides a casually elegant backdrop for its mouthwatering meals. Always true to its Northwestern roots, the seasonal menu emphasizes local harvest, placing intriguing specials alongside venerable favorites. http://higgins.citysearch.com/
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Higgins. The walk is approximately 0.1 miles and will take about 5-10 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 1239 SW Broadway. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name Michael Scriven.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees $19 to $30 plus 18% gratuity.
Depart time: 6:15 pm Depart location: Hilton Main Lobby, couches in front of check-in desk
Max number of guests for this dinner: 10
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
To sign up for the Hosted Dinner with William Trochim
Host: William Trochim
Dr. Trochim is a Professor in the Department of Policy Analysis and Management at Cornell University, where he has taught both undergraduate and graduate courses in applied social research methods since joining the faculty in 1980. His research interests include the theory and practice of research, conceptualization methods (including concept mapping and pattern matching), strategic and operational planning methods, performance management and measurement, and change management. The author of The Research Methods Knowledge Base, an interactive web-based and print textbook, Dr. Trochim is the 2007 president-elect of AEA.
Local Guide: Juliette Mackin
Restaurant: Giorgio’s- A relative newcomer to the Portland restaurant scene, Giorgo’s combines classic northern Italian flavors with French techniques. Casually elegant in decor and cuisine, the restaurant is the creation of owner and executive chef Giorgio Anastasio Kawas. Cited by Gourmet Magazine as one of the nation’s best, Giorgio’s has been making a local name for itself as a classy, comfortable mainstay in the middle of the trendy Pearl District. http://portland.citysearch.com/profile/11365762/
How we are getting there: We will meet at the hotel and walk to Giorgio’s. The walk is approximately 1 mile and will take about 20-25 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a cab or drive and meet us there; the address is 1131 NW Hoyt Street. You can also take the streetcar. The "get on" point for the streetcar from the Hilton Main Building is at 10th and Yamhill. (Walk west on Taylor from the hotel to 10th Street (4 blocks) and one block north on 10th to the streetcar stop). Get off at 10th and Gilsan. Our reservation is for 6:30 pm under the name Bill Trochim. Streetcars run until 11:30 PM. Rides on the streetcar, buses or Tri-Met Light Rail for this event are within the "Fareless Square" and are free.
Anticipated expenses: Entrees $21 to $32.
Depart time: 6:00 pm Depart location: Hilton Main Lobby, in front of Concierge Desk
Max number of guests for this dinner: 10
THIS EVENT IS FULL!!! If we receive cancellations they will be noted on this page. We are not maintaining a waiting list for outings.
For questions about this, or any outing, please contact Beth Green, the Local Arrangements Outings Coordinator at green@npcresearch.com
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