Okay, I'll admit it.  Most of the action for New Year's Eve 2008 seems to be centered closer to downtown Portland.  But if you're like me, you don't always want to head that way, especially if you've waited until the last minute to decide what to do.  With that in mind, here are a few things happening in East County for New Year's Eve.

The Sheraton Portland Airport will host a New Year's Eve celebration, and is offering a $99 per night special for December 31st.

The Airport Holiday Inn has Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts for it's New Year's Eve party, beginning at 9:30 p.m.  $28.50 per person for just the party, $189 per couple for a dinner and dancing package, or $289 per couple for an overnight package.

The New Year's Eve party at McMenamin's Edgefield in Troutdale will feature live music from The Strange Tones, The Quick and Easy Boys, and Lincoln Crockett and Lucky Finn.  Performances by The Quick and Easy Boys and Lincoln Crockett and Lucky Finn are free.  The Strange Tones will perform in the Blackberry Hall... (more)