Category: Local Favorites
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Shop Local This Holiday Season: Top Picks Around Portland
Supporting local businesses during the holiday season is a great way to give back to the community while finding unique and thoughtful gifts. Portland and its surrounding areas are rich with small shops offering everything from handcrafted treasures to curated gifts for all ages. Here’s a guide to some standout local businesses to explore for…
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Free Activities For Kids: Summer in the Portland Metro
Summer in the PNW is a magical time. Gorgeous sunny days spill seamlessly into the evening with the sun setting as late as 9pm somedays. There is a good chunk of the summer it feel like you’re putting your kid to bed in broad daylight! So how do you fill 10 weeks of long days…
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What You Need to Know Before Moving to Portland
Portland is a beautiful city in the Pacific Northwest. With an abundance of green space, roses galore, and picturesque mountain views, there is so much to love for those who call Portland home. But just like any other place, Portland has its pros and cons. If you are considering Portland as your next home or…
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Junk or Treasure? Your Ultimate Guide to Sorting and Donating
How many times have you moved, cleaned out a garage or closet, reorganized a pantry, or rearranged a room and ended up with a pile of stuff that you no longer want or need? We’ve all been there and half the time most of us have no idea what to with our new found pile…
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Winter Wonders in Portland: Embrace the Season’s Magic
Winter in Portland is a magical time filled with a plethora of activities to suit every taste. Whether you’re a fan of icy adventures, dazzling light displays, or cozy indoor competitions, the Rose City has something for everyone. Let’s explore the top winter activities in Portland to make the most of the season. Break Out…
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Discovering Portland’s Hidden Treasures: A Local Business Gift Guide
As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to show your support for the vibrant local businesses in the Portland area. The city boasts a fantastic array of gift options, from unique treasures to sustainably sourced items. To make your shopping experience easier and more rewarding, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite local…
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Portlands Best Year Round Farmers Markets
When it comes to supporting local farmers and savoring fresh, seasonal produce, Portland offers a wealth of options. During the summer months, the city boasts daily farmers markets, and it feels as though every neighborhood has its very own market to enjoy. As the seasons change, and the weather grows colder, some markets pack up…
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5 Best Fall Activities in PDX
Fall brings with it a wealth of local outdoor harvest festivals and delightful pumpkin patches ensuring that we can enjoy the crispy fall weather Portland has to offer before it gets too cold. Whether you relish the tradition of selecting the perfect pumpkin with your family at the patch or savoring diverse cuisines while enjoying…
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Neighborhood Spotlight- Sellwood Moreland
Sellwood-Moreland boasts a captivating history that traces its origins back to the mid-1840s. Pioneering immigrants established their roots here, embarking on ventures such as agriculture, timber logging, and cultivating fruit nurseries. Remarkably, their primary trade revolved around the nearby City of Milwaukie, rather than Portland. The introduction of steamboats in the early 1850s greatly enhanced…
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Guide to the 7 Best Beaches Near Portland
One the greatest things about living the PNW is access to so many different outdoor options. Portland in particular is just a few hours from a whole host of eco systems, from mountains, to desserts, to miles of beautiful coastline an adventure is always waiting. The nearest beach town from Portland is about a 90…
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