Don't Just Stand There, Meet Someone
Wednesday August 30, 2006
Lucky for us, opportunities for meeting new people in Portland aren't limited to online personals or spending hours in smoky bars with bad piano players (though both options are available ... Read More
Art in the Pearl
Saturday August 26, 2006
In its tenth year, the Art in the Pearl festival will set up in the North Park Blocks over Labor Day weekend. There's no admission fee, so bring the family ... Read More
Gifts with a Twist
Friday August 25, 2006
Birthdays, anniversaries, "Thank-you for taking care of my dog while I was in Italy." There are many occasions that call for gifts, big and small. Sometimes, I get frustrated looking ... Read More
Last Thursday on Alberta
Tuesday August 22, 2006
August 31 marks the summer's last Last Thursday art walk on NE Alberta Street. Check out gallery openings, street performers, and vendors of all things artsy.
The event is free, ... Read More
Music at Bridgeport Village
Monday August 21, 2006
The free concert series at Bridgeport Village wraps up the season on Thursday, August 24. The Afro-Cuban jazz band, Sonando, will play a show from 6 – 8 p.m. Bonus: ... Read More
Outdoor Movie Night
Thursday August 17, 2006
Here's a lovely way to spend a summer night: Oaks Amusement Park presents Family Movie Night on Wednesdays. Just bring a blanket or lawn chair to the park (located in ... Read More
Thursday Farmer's Markets
Tuesday August 15, 2006
You probably already know about the downtown farmer's markets on Wednesday and Saturday. But if you're looking for super-fresh fruits and veggies later in the week, try one of the ... Read More
Need Wheels?
Sunday August 13, 2006
Portland is certainly a manageable city for those without cars, but if you're in the market for your next automobile (used or new), I'd suggest exploring your options before you ... Read More
What's New: Oregon Zoo
Saturday August 12, 2006
The Oregon Zoo just opened a new exhibit, Cougar Crossing, an up-close look at the zoo's cougars along with information on the cougars in Oregon and how to avoid conflict ... Read More
48-Hour Film Project
Wednesday August 9, 2006
Two full days to script a movie, act it, film it, and edit it. Are you up for the challenge? The 48-Hour Film Festival makes its final stop in Portland ... Read More
The Bite of Oregon: August 11–13
Saturday August 5, 2006
The annual Bite of Oregon comes to Waterfront Park next weekend, and this year's lineup of local fare and entertainment make for an excellent event.
Restaurants from from all over ... Read More
Hit the Beach
Thursday August 3, 2006
Have you been to the coast yet this season? Drive just about 75 miles from Portland (26 W, then 101 S) and you'll arrive in beautiful Cannon Beach, Oregon. It's ... Read More