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Portland, Oregon
The City of Roses, one of the US's
most livable cities, is a melting pot of
ideas and wonder. From majestic
mountains to sparkling waters,
sumptuous restaurants to unlimited
culture, lively entertainment to
high-tech industry, Portland is
unforgettable.




Frank Francese

and

John Salminen

September 24 - 28, 2012
ABOUT THE WORKSHOPS:
We will be holding two workshops this week, Frank Francese and John Salminen.  The newly remodeled Marriott
Residence Inn has classrooms for each workshop.  There is a sink, air-conditioning, and plenty of natural and overhead
light in each classroom for your comfort. There will be an overhead mirror to project John’s work.  Frank’s class will start
indoors Monday morning proceeding outdoors to paint the rest of the week. His classroom will available in case of rain
although September usually has beautiful weather.    Classroom Hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through
Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday with one hour for lunch between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m.  You will not need a
car for our Portland workshops. There are many dining and entertainment choices within walking distance.  The Portland
Streetcar Line now comes to the Hotel’s front door for easy access to all that downtown has to offer. We will use the
Hotel’s Shuttle Service to get to and from our painting locations.
Marriott Residence Inn
Portland Downtown RiverPlace
2115 SW River Parkway, Portland, OR 97201
(503) 552-9500

www.marriott.com
ABOUT THE RESIDENCE INN By MARRIOTT Portland Riverplace
Residence Inn by Marriott is designed to make you feel at home for a day, a week, a month or more. Their suites give you
fifty percent more space than a traditional hotel room.  Residence Inn by Marriott is the leader in extended stay lodging.
They combine the features that guests want from a traditional hotel with all the comforts of home.  

Reserve your room at the Marriott Residence Inn by calling (503) 552-9500   
Address:  2115 SW River Parkway, Portland, OR 97201.

Request Art In The Mountains  “student rate” for:

Studios are large open rooms with one king bed, full bath and furnished living area with dining area, work desk, and sofa
bed $139 per night/plus tax.
One bedroom suites have a separate bedroom with one king bed, full bath and furnished living room with dining area, and
work desk $139 per night/plus tax.
Two bedroom suites have two separate bedrooms with one king bed and one queen bed, two full baths and furnished
living room with dining area.  Inquire about price.

Parking is $12 per night. Day-use only parking is complimentary.
All accommodations have a fully equipped kitchen including coffee maker, cooking and eating utensils, dishwasher,
microwave and refrigerator with icemaker. A complimentary hot breakfast buffet is served daily featuring breads and
pastries, cereals and hot oatmeal, eggs, fruits and juices, hot and cold beverages, waffles, yogurt and local specials.

AMENITIES include:  Business Center, Grocery Shopping Service, Coffee Maker in Room, 24 Hour Front Desk,
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities, Newspapers in Lobby, Pets Allowed, Safe Deposit Box, Pool, Fitness Center/Spa,
Television with Cable, Coin-operated Laundry On-site and Dry Cleaning Valet Service.  Check in time is 4:00 p.m. and
check out is 12:00 p.m.
Transportation
Bus Station
Greyhound   (2 miles NW)
www.greyhound.com

Subway Station
MAX Lightrail / Portland Street Car (1 block)   (1 miles NW)  
 www.trimet.org/max

Train Station
Union Station/Amtrak    (2 miles)
www.amtrak.com

Discount Car rentals are also available by calling AVIS at 1-800-331-1600.  
Use our Group Number #J998518

Shuttles (Flat Rate) Many shuttles operate from PDX to various areas throughout the greater Portland area.  Most are
available 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Fare: $15 per person one-way to downtown Portland.

Weather & Road Conditions
Oregon Department of Transportation  dial 511.   (503) 588-2941 outside Oregon.  www.odot.state.or.us
Trip Check  www.tripcheck.com           
National Weather Service  
www.weather.com
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