Tiki Kon 2012 Limited and Super Limited Mugs by Munktiki Still Available

Now that Tiki Kon 2012 has ended, and our event guests have had a chance to purchase their commemorative "Hapi Tiki" mugs, we still have a few left and are offering them for sale online while supplies last! This is a great opportunity for Munktiki collectors, friends who couldn't attend this year's event, and fans of handcrafted tiki art everywhere!

The mugs are available for purchase at our website: http://www.tikikon.com/marketplace.html

Tiki Kon 2012 "Hapi Tiki" Limited Edition Commemorative Mug by Munktiki

Tiki Kon is proud to offer this exclusive, limited-edition commemorative mug, designed and handcrafted by Munktiki in their Portland studio. Numbered and limited to a run of 100. We commissioned this beautiful mug specially for guests of Tiki Kon 2012, as a thanks for ten years of support. Now that the event is over, we are happy to ship these mugs anywhere in the U.S. Limit two per customer. Choice of color or number not available.

$75, plus $12 shipping and handling
Purchase now »

Tiki Kon 2012 "Hapi Tiki" SUPER LIMITED EDITION Commemorative Mug by Munktiki

The Limited Edition mug is similar in design to the standard mug, but with a brown finish and red interior. Numbered and limited to a run of 25, these mugs are super exclusive! Limit two per customer.

$125, plus $12 shipping and handling
Purchase now »

Tiki Kon Guest Orientation and Event Info

Welcome, honored guests, to Tiki Kon 2012! It has been our honor and joy to bring you the best tiki and Polynesian pop extravaganza in the Pacific Northwest for ten years in a row. This year we're pushing it over the top, and hope to set a new standard for years to come.

Our home base this year is the Red Lion Jantzen Beach, a full-service resort with easy access to Portland. Whether you're staying at the hotel or coming in for the day, the hotel and our event staff are prepared to accommodate you. In addition to providing discounted room rates for the event, the Red Lion has invited all Tiki Kon event guests to enjoy their facilities. You can find lots of information on our website and the Red Lion website, but we've prepared this orientation guide to help you make the most of our visit!

Hotel Information and Check-In

If you are staying at the Red Lion for the event, lease proceed directly to the front desk for hotel registration when you arrive. Then visit the Tiki Kon registration desk, if you pre-purchased event passes or mugs, or are looking for event information.

Check-in time is 3:00pm. Check-out time is a luxurious 12:00 noon. If you are joining us on the Sunday bar tour and not staying at the hotel Sunday night, you must check out before departing on the tour. The hotel will be happy to store your luggage for the day. Please inquire at the front desk when you check out.

Red Lion Jantzen Beach website: http://bit.ly/NWu60Y

Event Registration/Will Call

If you've purchased passes online, pre-purchased a commemorative mug or other souvenirs, or have any questions, please visit the Tiki Kon registration desk. Our hosts are there to assist you! You can find our registration desk at the following times/locations:

Friday	3:00pm - 6:30pm	Hotel lobby
Friday	6:30pm - 10:00pm	Downstairs, outside the Embarcation Party, Clark Room
Saturday	9:00am - 5:00pm	Downstairs, outside the Island Marketplace, Washington Room
Saturday	6:30pm - 10:00pm	Downstairs, at the door of the "Shipboard" Gala party, Washington/Clark Rooms

Hotel Facilities

The hotel swimming pool is open to all Tiki Kon guests, even if you're not staying at the hotel. The Red Lion provides poolside bar and lounge service, plus they're firing up the poolside barbecue pit for us on Saturday! You'll also find a cash bar conveniently located near the pool, outside our Island Marketplace, on Saturday afternoon.

Transportation

The Red Lion provides free shuttles to/from Portland International Airport and the Amtrak station in Vancouver, Washington. Shuttle service to the MAX Yellow Line light rail to/from downtown Portland is also available. Please inquire at the front desk for more information.

Weather

The tiki gods have smiled up on us and blessed us with gorgeous, tropical weather for the weekend! You can expect highs up to 95 degrees on Saturday, with highs in the mid-80s on Friday and Sunday. If you are a fair-skinned, damp-loving Northwesterner, please be prepared! Sunscreen and hydration are the words of the day.

Stay Connected

Subscribe to our Facebook and Twitter feeds for the latest updates about and during the event.

Twitter: @tikikon
Facebook: http://on.fb.me/tikikonfb

Questions, Problems, Compliments, or Insults?

We want your experience at Tiki Kon to be the best possible. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, the best way to reach us is through Facebook or Twitter. During the event, please find us at the Tiki Kon registration desk, or just look for anyone with an "EVENT STAFF" or "VOLUNTEER" badge. They can answer your questions, or direct you to the appropriate person.

And Thank You!

It gives us great satisfaction to provide a fun and memorable event for each and every one of you. While we are not technically a non-profit organization, we run this event on a shoestring using all-volunteer effort, and we do it because we love it and enjoy bringing a lovely slice of tiki culture to the Pacific Northwest. We hope you have an amazing time at Tiki Kon this year.

Tiki Kon Commemorative Mug Available for Online Pre-Sale Starting Friday, July 27

The Tiki Kon "Hapi Tiki" mug by Munktiki will be released for general online pre-sales starting Friday, July 27, at 12:00 noon, while supplies last!

Guests who reserved their hotel rooms early at the Red Lion Jantzen Beach were given first shot to pre-order, but soon the mugs will be available to all event guests, regardless of whether you're staying at the hotel or driving in from nearby.

Due to the popularity of Munktiki's work, only 1 mug will be allowed per guest, and you MUST pick it up at the event!

To order, visit the Marketplace page on our website.

Call for Contestants: Tiki Kon's "Iron TikiTender" Cocktail Competition

TIKI KON is proud to announce a call for participants for the first-ever "Iron TikiTender," a cocktail competition taking place at this year's event!

Where: Tiki Kon, Red Lion Jantzen Beach, Portland
When: Saturday, August 4, Noon - 1:00pm
Who: Currently working Oregon bartenders
Why: Bragging rights and a beautiful trophy
How: Complete the online entry form to qualify

The winner of the competition will receive well-earned bragging rights, plus a special, one-of-a-kind customized edition of the Tiki Kon 2012 "Hapi Tiki" commemorative mug by Munktiki. The trophy mug is one of a super-limited, numbered group of 25 pieces.

The theme of the competition is "Hapi Tiki," and the contest is open to working Oregon bartenders with a current OLCC server permit. Three finalists will compete head-to-head with a live audience at Tiki Kon.

To qualify for your chance to compete, complete the official entry form to submit your cocktail recipe by July 29, 2012!

Saturday Night Music Lineup Announced, Tickets on Sale

Experience Tiki Kon 2012's Saturday night Gala, featuring live music, DJs, raffles, contests, cocktails, vending and more!

Tribal drums along the shore of the majestic and mysterious Columbia River will announce the Gala's unveiling - is it the beginnings of a tropical party, or are the savages gathering in the darkness? Follow the music and find out!

Date:	Saturday, August 4
Time:	Join us at 7:00pm for the big reveal of our shipboard show room. Listen for the sound of drums starting outside at 6:45.
Location:	Washington Room, Red Lion Jantzen Beach Located on the river, just off the dock
Tickets:	$25, open to the public, 21+ Included in the Tiki Kon VIP Passport or Saturday Pass, available now for pre-purchase online

----------FEATURING----------

Sneaky Tiki and the Lava Lounge Orchestra

Sneaky Tiki & the Lava Lounge Orchestra is a unique ensemble that blends layered textures of rich musical sound. They play music of past musical gods such as Les Baxter, Juan Garcia Esquivel, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Henry Mancini, Perez Prado and others; as well as traditional Polynesian music. Incorporating lovely Hawaiian melodies, lounge, surf, Exotica and Jazz tradition, they transport the listener to an exotic paradise!

Lava Lounge Orchestra will be performing monthly at TraderVic's Portland on every 3rd Tuesday, and at the TraderVic's one year 'Anniversary Party' on August 15th, 2012.  You can also catch them at Tony Starlight's Supperclub and Lounge on Aug 30th (reservations required).


http://www.lavaloungeorchestra.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lava-Lounge-Orchestra/121529584559528

Apollo 4

If there was a jukebox at the Secret Agent Go-Go Lounge at Cape Canaveral, it would sound like the Apollo 4! Influenced by everyone from The Shadows to Mancini, their instrumental sound is unique in today’s world, but still a favorite with those who crave action, adventure and great music. If you are able to catch one of their live shows, GO!

http://www.apollo4.com/
http://www.facebook.com/ApolloFour

The Dolly Pops

Hearkening back to the golden age of Vaudeville, the Dolly Pops stumbled upon the time machine of H.G. Wells and traveled to the future, to perform and celebrate their femininity through their gift of dance. Without the Victorian social constraints of the past, here they stand before you in the present, as the beautiful and iconic strong woman of any era...be it Clara Bow, Bettie Page or Tina Turner.

http://www.thedollypopspdx.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Dolly-Pops/134073566633074

Rhythmic Resonance

Pushing the boundaries of the rhythmic possibilities, Rhythmic Resonance transports the listener into a rhythmic wonderland. They are imaginative and unique in their approach, and they cover a diverse array of styles and tastes. The end result is exciting and even transformative. Join us, dance, and find yourself transported to exotic locales you always wanted to visit. Deepen your groove with Rhythmic Resonance!

Call for Volunteers

Haere Mai!

Tiki Kon is calling all who wish to help create and support our event as a volunteer.

We depend on the generosity of our volunteers to produce the best event possible, while keeping costs down and ticket prices low. This year the event is bigger and better than ever, and that means we need your help! Low on funds but want to attend? Want to participate in Tiki Kon in a unique way? Want to earn the admiration of your peers? If you've got some spare time before or during the event, and wish to participate in Tiki Kon in a unique way, please sign up!

Exact roles and duties are still being ironed out, but here's some examples of the help we'll need:

• Pre-event construction and painting of sets and decorations
• Event grounds and venue decoration
• Registration desk staff
• Door staff, ticket sales
• Event load-in/load-out
• General assistance during vending, parties, etc.

We will reward your generosity! For every 4 hours of volunteer time on event days (Fri-Sun), or every 12 hours of pre-event volunteer time, you'll receive one admission for yourself or a friend to the event of your choice (food and drink not included):

• Friday night party
• Saturday seminars
• Saturday night party

Want to bring a date? Sign up for an extra shift or two, or invite your date to volunteer with you! It's a fun way to participate and show your love.

NOTE: We must ask that our volunteers refrain from consuming alcohol before and during their shifts. If you volunteer for a shift during a party or the home bar tour, we salute you!

Time is running out, sign up today! Send an email to volunteers@tikikon.com, and provide the following information:

• Your full name
• Phone number
• Email address
• Age/birthdate (We promise to keep your age a secret, but alcohol is involved, so we cannot allow minors on many of the shifts)
• Availability/preferred times:
  • Pre-event set construction, painting
  • Friday afternoon
  • Friday evening
  • Saturday morning
  • Saturday afternoon
  • Saturday evening
  • Sunday morning
  • Sunday afternoon, must have own transportation

Mauruuru! (That means thank you in Tahitian)

Tiki Kon Reveals 2012 Tiki Weekender Official Event Tiki Mug by Munktiki

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Media Contact:                 Joe Staskerz, Public Relations, Tiki Kon 2012

                                             PR@TikiKon.com

(503) 609-0503 

www.TikiKon.com

Tiki Kon 2012 announces its Official Event Signature Tiki Mug ‘Hapi Tiki’ created by Munktiki’s Paul Nielsen for the 10^th Anniversary Tiki Weekender Event in Portland, OR

Tiki Mug Manufacturer:
www.Munktiki.com

Event Website:

www.TikiKon.com

Ticket Information:

www.TikiKon.com/tickets.html

Portland, OR — Tiki Kon is pleased to reveal Hapi Tiki, the official 2012 event Tiki Mug.

Highlighting Tiki Kon’s 10^th Anniversary celebration, Paul Nielsen of Munktiki, the genre’s most sought-after creator of tiki mugs and Portland resident will design and produce this year’s commemorative mug, Hapi Tiki.  

Munktiki (as tiki mug collectors know well) is one of the most highly respected Tiki Mug and ‘ceramic oddities’ production houses. We here at Tiki Kon couldn’t be more pleased with the amazing ‘Hapi Tiki’ envisioned and created by Paul, specially for our 10th Anniversary celebration. “I sat in some early Tiki Kon planning meetings, and saw how positive and excited for the new growth of the event everyone was”, Paul said on his inspiration for Hapi Tiki, “and how happy they all were. And it made me happy, too. So Hapi Tiki evolved out of the actual energy surrounding Tiki Kon 2012 as I saw it.”  Paul added that he walked around the Red Lion on the River and incorporated design elements of the property into the mug, “the wood carved flowers found their way onto Hapi Tiki, too.”

Munktiki mugs have been a must-have staple on every tikiphile’s shelf for nearly 13 years. Munktiki’s father and son team Paul and Miles’ catalog of Mugs is as prodigious as it has been prolific. Every piece produced by Munktiki is a testament to the creative talents of these fine artisans – there is no other ceramic design house like Munktiki and we are fortunate to count them as friends of Tiki Kon.

Look also for Munktiki’s custom vending machine in the registration foyer of Tiki Kon 2012’s home at the Red Lion at the River. See it in action here: www.youtube.com/MunktikiVendingMachine

Portland, Oregon has a long and continuing tradition of Tiki locales and enclaves of Poly-pop culture, including the infamous Pago Pago Club, The Alibi, the Aloha Room at the Heathman Hotel, Steve Crane’s Kon-Tiki and Victor Bergeron’s Trader Vic's. Most of these locations have since closed, but The Alibi is still a feature of every Tiki Kon, and 2011 brought the triumphant return of Trader Vic’s to Portland’s tony Pearl District. And we in the Tiki community along with many others are eagerly awaiting the opening of local mixologist and Tiki enthusiast Blair Renyolds’ Hale Pele, which will be opening this fall in the space that was formerly a stop and friend of Tiki Kon, Thatch Tiki Bar.

For Media inquiries - additional information – interview opportunities, please contact: Joe Staskerz, PR Director, Tiki Kon 2012: PR@TikiKon.com (503) 609-0503.

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