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The illuminated outline of a martini glass affixed to a multi-story home lights up the night.
History
Portland’s illuminated martini glass in the West Hills
The 30-ft-by-30-ft sign is turned on for the holiday season each year.
November 18, 2025 04:17 PM
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Cambrie Juarez
A five-story building with a green roof at the corner of an urban intersection.
History
Black history landmarks in Portland
These places represent the legacies of those who helped shape Rose City into what it is today.
February 1, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A black-and-white photo of three men standing near a microphone and a parking meter with a van parked on the curb behind them.
Events
Black History Month events in Portland, OR
A month-long lineup of films, discussions, music, and more will honor, acknowledge, and celebrate Black history in the City of Roses.
February 1, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Portland's Hollywood Theater rises above the street in shadow
Arts
Find second-run movies with Revival Hub PDX
The calendar aggregates all of the “classic, cult, weird and wonderful films” showing at Portland’s independent theaters.
January 31, 2023
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Ben McBee
A cable-stayed bridge is illuminated with yellow-green light at night with the lights of the city behind it.
City
Portlander 101: Our guide to becoming a Portland resident
From how to register your car to finding your favorite coffee shop, this overview will give you everything you need to know to get established as a Portland resident.
January 26, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Buckets of cut flowers sit on shelves on a sidewalk outside of a brick shop.
Culture
Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
January 26, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Travel and Outdoors
Local photographer uses AI to create whimsical woodland creatures
It’s like “Where the Wild Things Are” meets “Ex Machina”
January 25, 2023
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Ben McBee
A design rendering shows a building with timber beams and a slatted trellis at the corner of a busy public area.
Development
First look at the future East County Library
New details and design renderings paint the picture of Multnomah County Library’s highly anticipated “vibrant, diverse location.”
January 24, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Two people stand in an art museum looking at different paintings.
Arts
Where to see Isaka Shamsud-Din’s art around Portland
His murals span more than 50 years and can be found in public buildings and schools
January 23, 2023
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Ben McBee
A pink and orange sunrise illuminates Portland and reflects off the water of the Willamette River.
Culture
What do you want to learn about in 2023?
This is a two-way conversation, so don’t be shy.
January 20, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
A beer sits on a table with packed bookshelves in the background
Food
A visit to Rose City Book Pub
Read: Cozy nooks, hearty pasta and sandwiches, plus community events.
January 19, 2023
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Ben McBee
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A color and black and white strip of photos show two people posing in a photo booth at Star Bar in Portland.
Business
Asked: What are the best photo booths in bars around Portland?
In the age of instant gratification and digital images, photo booths offer a satisfying return to that three-, four-, maybe five-minute wait for a keepsake you can hold.
March 8, 2024
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Ben McBee
Portland's Pioneer Courthouse Square is painted with large multicolored circles. People lounge in the sun in chairs scattered across the area.
City
New grant program seeks to revitalize Portland by supporting promising events
Qualifying events can seek financial and technical assistance to “advance the city’s economic and cultural revitalization.”
March 7, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Looking down at two bowls of ramen on a table, both with soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and noodles. The bowl on the bottom left has nori, mushrooms, and chunks of pork.
Food
Here’s where to find bowls of ramen you’ll remember
When you crave flavorful broth with perfectly-cooked noodles and toppings ranging from classic to inventive, turn to one of these stand-out eateries.
March 7, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Amanda Mailey stands in front of a display case holding canned beverages and other colorful packaged goods.
Events
Support local women entrepreneurs at The Boss-A-Thon culinary experience
Join others who are passionate about advancing female-owned businesses while enjoying a four-course prix-fixe meal.
March 6, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A neglected former inn with boarded-up windows is surrounded by grass and trees.
Culture
Watch these famous movies with scenes filmed in the Portland area
Who’s bringing the popcorn?
March 6, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A promotional graphic shows a sea otter partway out of the water, with its mouth open in a grin, "holding" a beer can with the words "Oregon Otter Beer Festival 2024."
Events
Want to see wild sea otters return to Oregon? Then float over to the Oregon Otter Beer Festival
Nine local breweries have crafted otter-themed beers to support Elakha Alliance’s mission to restore wild sea otters to Oregon’s coastal waters.
March 5, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Colorful fall foliage frames this photo taken from the bank of an artificial lake with buildings aligned on the opposite shore.
Business
Top industries and employers in the greater Portland area
Learn about the biggest industries and employers in Portland and its surrounding counties with this guide to local business.
March 5, 2024
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Ben McBee
A square pizza on a wire rack topped with vegan cheese, red sauce, and shredded basil.
Food
PDXtoday’s 2024 pizza bracket
We asked our readers and social media followers: Where is the best pizza in Portland? They chose a unique winner.
March 5, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Yellow, red, and some multicolor tulips stretch to the horizon on either side of a dirt row at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival in Woodburn, Oregon.
Events
Plan your trip to the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
This year’s event will take place between March 22 and May 5, with peak blooms predicted during the first two weeks of April.
March 4, 2024
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Ben McBee
Baerlic Brewing's Cason Wolcott poses with large green gloves on beside brewing stills.
Food
4 beers we can’t wait to try at SheBrew
The festival that highlights female-identifying beer and cider makers is back for a ninth year on Sunday, March 10.
February 29, 2024
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Ben McBee