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OMSI’s holiday events lineup is here
Discover holiday-themed planetarium shows, a Sparkling Soirée After Dark, and an indoor ice rink.
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Culture
Turning brush into baskets
WildCraft Studio School hosts a variety of classes, ranging from basket weaving to knitting and even mushroom cultivation
July 19, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A door is painted with a spiraling calligraphy design
Arts
Portland Street Art Alliance paints a perplexing portal
The spiraling design is the work of artist Lawson Buemio
July 11, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
A child with long pigtails plays a brightly colored electric guitar and sings with an adult wearing neon green pants and a green hat.
Events
Portland Parks & Recreation’s Summer Free For All returns for 2024
Summer-long programs are supported by the Parks Levy.
May 26, 2022
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Ben McBee
old paint cans stacked on top of each other with paint dripping down the sides
City
Recycling paint in Portland, OR
April 19, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
An army of illuminated plastic Santa figures
Culture
Santa clones are a beloved Christmas tradition
Artist Chris Willis has been creating installations around Portland, Oregon since 2010
December 22, 2021
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Ben McBee
A conductor directs hundreds of musicians playing tubas, wearing holiday-themed attire
Events
Portland’s Tuba Christmas spreads holiday cheer
December 9, 2021
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Ben McBee
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A light rail train near an airport terminal in Portland, Oregon.
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TriMet completes MAX Red Line expansion, announces bus and overnight light rail service changes
The public transit agency serving Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties is capping its Better Red project and making headway on its Forward Together initiative.
August 26, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A large rectangular high school building, partly clad in red brick with metallic accents, overlooks a track and field complex.
Education
39 elementary, middle, and high schools in Portland
From Hillsdale to Parkrose, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Portland.
August 26, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Travel and Outdoors
Vaux’s swift watch in Northwest Portland
Every September, thousands of migrating birds roost in Chapman Elementary School’s chimney before flying to Central America and Venezuela.
August 23, 2024
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Ben McBee
A waterfall plunges in smooth white over a rocky ledge.
Development
Closed for construction: Oregon state parks to receive repairs thanks to GO Bonds
The effort will help revitalize eight state parks, but the ongoing construction will result in full or partial closures through 2026.
August 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
People at tables playing trivia at Wonderwood Springs
Culture
15 weekday events in Portland
Don’t wait for the weekend — explore these recurring weeknight shows, games, drink deals, and more throughout Portland.
August 22, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A group of people gather for an outdoor, educational session at Rad Myco.
Culture
Rad Myco returns to Brown Bottle Farm for its 2024 festival
The four-day celebration of mushrooms and lichens takes places on the Mulino, OR, farm from Thursday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 29.
August 20, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
A postcard-style image with the "American Idol" logo and "Oregon Auditions" outlined in gold.
Culture
‘Idol Across America’ lets Oregonians audition for ‘American Idol’
Locals can virtually audition for the talent competition on Monday, Aug. 26 and could be invited to appear in front of the celebrity judging panel.
August 20, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
Portland's skyline is half in shadow and half illuminated by the sunset. IN the background, dark purple storm clouds catch rays of sunlight.
Business
Breaking down the cost of living in Portland
How much does it cost to live in the City of Roses compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
August 20, 2024
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A modern house with elegant landscaping and stonework sits elevated off a street, with a cotton candy pink sunset in the background.
Real Estate
Parade of Homes puts high-end Pacific Northwest architecture, design on display in Southwest Washington
The event, presented by The Building Industry Association of Clark County, will showcase three houses at a single site, Sept. 6-22.
August 19, 2024
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Ben McBee
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge's visitor center sits on a flat hill overlooking wetland habitat dried out during the summer.
Travel and Outdoors
Hike of the Month: Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Diverse habitats support an abundance of flora and fauna at the edges of nearby cities.
August 19, 2024
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Ben McBee