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

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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)