You can buy your “Ride the Pearl Funk Railroad” tickets for the Saturday, Oct. 22, casino night fundraiser online: Register Here.
The depot’s Grand Hall at Portland Union Station will be transformed into a casino as Pearl Rotary hosts its fourth annual Bet on the Pearl event. The 7:30-11 p.m. party includes heavy hors d’ouvres, drinks, live music and a silent action.
Silent auction prizes from firms and individuals topped $16,000 in total range from a stay at a Bend vacation home to a half-year membership (plus three training sessions) at a Pearl fitness facility. Numerous restaurant and salon gift certificates will be available for bidding, as will fine Oregon wines and wine-tasting experiences. Hotel stays, artwork, flights over Oregon–these and more will be on the BOTP silent auction tables. Here’s a listing through Oct. 2:
Tickets can also be obtained from Pearl Rotarians and also by contacting fundraising chair Greg Mottau (503-804-8013) or Rotarian Duane Cook (503-816-7631).





[...] Bet on the Pearl IV: Join the Portland Pearl Rotary Club for Bet on the Pearl IV at Portland Union Station’s Grand Hall (800 NW 6th Ave.) The rotary is transforming the hall into a casino on Saturday night from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Enjoy hearty hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit service projects in our community. Purchase your tickets here— and good luck! [...]