Nancy's Portland, OR Blog November 2007 Archive

When the sun goes down, bundle up for a night at the zoo. Zoolights is a family-friendly event that symbolizes holiday cheer. Imagine the Oregon Zoo, all lit up for ... Read More

It's a Portland tradition: gathering in Pioneer Courthouse Square to sip and sample beers from (mostly) around Oregon. In addition to familiar names like Laurelwood and McMenamins, you'll also get ... Read More

If you're eligible to give blood, consider finding a blood drive near you this month. Portland-area blood drives are listed at the Red Cross website, so log on and schedule ... Read More

When all you want to make for Thanksgiving are reservations, head out for your holiday dinner this Thursday. Generally, restaurants in hotels will be open, but there are a few ... Read More

On my most recent trip to Saucebox for happy hour, I was delighted to find that it's still one of the city's best places for after-work drinks and small plates. ... Read More

While many of the Portland Farmer's Markets are closed for the season, there are still a few opportunities to enjoy the local bounty. In fact, there are two events coming ... Read More

Tickets are on sale now for the 34th NW Film and Video Festival, happening from Friday, 11/9 – Sunday, 11/18. The Ace Hotel will host the kickoff party on Friday ... Read More

Book lovers, this one's for you. Wordstock is Portland's "festival of the book" and it starts this Thursday, 11/8. Highlights include author appearances, a book fair, writing workshops, a children's ... Read More

For the second year in a row, the Portland Japanese Garden is offering free admission to everyone who brings two cans of food to donate to the Oregon Food Bank ... Read More