offers free admission to rehearsals of "A Midsummer Night's Dream" on several Saturdays leading up to the Thanksgiving weekend premiere.
John Clifford has created choreography specifically for The Portland Ballet, and the
, conducted by Ken Selden, is tuning up for its live performances of Mendelssohn's score.
The public is welcome to watch 83 dancers, age 7 to 18, rehearse 2-4 p.m. on Oct. 22 and Nov. 5 and 19 at The Portland Ballet Studio, 6250 S.W. Capitol Highway.
Artistic director Nancy Davis will lead each rehearsal and discuss the work at the beginning and end of each session. More info: 503-452-8448.
Drugstore bargains
Experts at
tested hundreds of new drugstore beauty products this year and came up with these 20 top picks -- all $10 or less.
SKIN
1.
Almay Intense I-Color Smoky-I Kit in Brown
($7.50): Eye palette's satiny finish rivaled that of a department-store favorite.
2.
Rimmel Glam'Eyes Day 2 Night Mascara
($8): One end lengthens, the other volumizes.
3.
Essie Glamour Purse
nail polish
($8): Fashionistas adore this once-salon-exclusive brand, and this chic mocha nail polish is perfect for fall.
4.
CoverGirl LipPerfection
($6.50): With 44 colors, there's a hue for everyone, and it goes on silky-smooth, thanks to hydrators.
5.
St. Ives Naturally Clear Green Tea Body Wash
($5.69): Serious sudser banishes body breakouts with salicylic acid but still smells fresh.
6.
Burt's Bees Tinted Lip Balms
($7): A perfect union of moisture and sheer color (try it in Tiger Lily) makes this 100 percent natural balm a must.
7.
Revlon PhotoReady Concealer
($10): Rich and creamy formula glides on and the tapered tip fits into hard-to-reach spots.
8.
Almay Oil-Free Makeup Eraser Sticks
($5.50): Soft cotton-tipped swaps dispense eye-makeup remover to wipe away stray shadow or mascara.
9.
Maybelline New York Fit Me! Foundation and Powder
($8 each): Luxe, lightweight foundation and powder comes in 18 shades.
10.
Wet N Wild MegaLast Retractable Eyeliner
($2): Twist-up, crayonlike pencil with smudger delivers on its long-lasting promise.
HAIR
11.
Infusium 23 Sulfate-Free Color Defender Shampoo and Conditioner
($7 each): Free of harsh detergents that can strip hair color.
12.
Organix Cherry Blossom Ginseng Shine Spray
($7): Floral-scented spritz leaves strands glossy and fresh.
13.
Suave Professionals Touchable Finish Hairspray
($3): Strikes the perfect balance between all-day hold and softness.
14.
Remington Be You Glam Cushion Brush
($7): Perfect for everyday styling needs, and the cute polka-dot pattern will make you smile.
15.
Aussie Smoothing Serum
($5): Apply before or after blow-drying to ward off frizz. Or, dab on ends for a boost of luster.
16.
John Frieda Full Repair Shampoo & Conditioner
($7 each): Left our fine strands feeling soft and silky, not weighed down.
17.
Tresemme Curl Spray Gel
($4.49): Alcohol-free formula defines curls and holds them in place, even in hot and humid weather.
18.
L'Oreal Paris Studio Line Body Builder Volume Mousse
($5): Hairdo-boosting foam, ideal for fine tresses, won't make hair crunchy.
19.
Got2B Fat-tastic Dry Shampoo
($6): Perfect for frenzied mornings, a quick spray of this timesaver absorbs oil and helps lift strands. (Warning: Product works great but don't wear a dark color top after using.)
20.
Goody Ouchless Elastics Ball
($5): Cute and convenient, a bundle has 47 super strong, snag-free elastics.
BONUS BUYS
1.
Colgate Wisp Single-Use Pouch Paks
($5.49): Favorite on-the-go mouth freshener now comes in 16 individually wrapped minis.
2.
Sally Hansen Pumice Foot Polish
($7): Like a pedi in a bottle, this lavender-scented scrub sloughs off dry skin.
3.
Dove Ultimate Sleeveless Anti-Perspirant
($3.89): A cut above an ordinary antiperspirant, it has soothing moisturizers to prevent irritation.
4.
Yes To Blueberries Brightening Facial Towelettes
($8 for 30): These multi-taskers wipe away dirt and makeup and brighten in one go.