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Portland street view scavenger hunt
A Google Street View photo shows two people standing in a rose garden with tall evergreen trees in the background.
They won’t all be a walk in a rose garden. | Photo via Google Maps
The year was 2013. The internet was overflowing with photos of Grumpy Cat and people doing the “Harlem Shake.” But in a less noisy corner of cyberspace, geography... ahem, let’s say aficionados... were hooked on a new online game called GeoGuessr.

Its concept is rather simple. Using Google Street View, you are dropped somewhere completely random — anywhere in the world that the tech company has captured 360° imagery. Your mission? To use clues like the language on signs, natural terrain, and even the models of cars to try and pinpoint your exact location on a map. The closer your guess, the more points you earn.

Well, we’re riffing on this idea with a little Portland flair. We’ll share ten images like the one you see above. For each, you’ll have to scan the photo for things that stand out, and then try to figure out the location you are actually looking at. Some will be easy, while others may be more difficult. Don’t worry, we won’t use any arbitrary neighborhood street; there will always be a landmark or point of interest included.

Take the 5-minute quiz and let us know how you did. Best marks might get a shoutout in a future newsletter. Bon voyage.
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Events
Friday, April 14
  • Portland Italian Film Festival | Friday, April 14-Sunday, April 23 | Times vary | 5th Avenue Cinema, 510 SW Hall St., Portland | Free | Beginning with an opening night at Lincoln High School, the Associazione Culturale Italiana Portland (ACIP) will host a series of international films at Portland State University’s movie theater.
  • “Gruff” | Friday, Apr. 14-Sunday, Apr. 16 | Times vary | Echo Theater, 1515 SE 37th Ave., Portland | $15-$20 | The circus arts school returns to live performances with an original retelling of Billy Goat Gruff’s story about blame, misunderstanding, and community fractions.
  • It’s a Pirates Raid for us, Savvy? | Friday, Apr. 14 | 8 p.m. | The Pit Stop Sports Bar & BBQ Grill, 10245 SW Canyon Rd., Beaverton | Free | Swashbuckling shenanigans are on deck at this night of buccaneer drink specials, a karaoke contest, wicked swag giveaways, and more.
Saturday, April 15
  • NW’s Largest Garage Sale & Vintage Sale | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 7 a.m.-5 p.m. | Clark County Fairgrounds & Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Rd., Ridgefield | $7-$20 | It’s exactly what it says it is, so get ready to hunt for thrifty treasures.
  • Stride for Seniors 2023 | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Portland | Donations encouraged | Walk solo or form a team to raise money for Meals on Wheels People’s mission to end food insecurity and social isolation for older adults in our community.
  • Healing Herbs of the Arboretum | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd., Portland | $25 | Take to the trails with an expert to discover trees, weeds, and native plants with medicinal properties.
  • World Culture Festival | Saturday, Apr. 15 | 5:30 p.m. | Embassy Suites Downtown, 319 SW Pine St., Portland | $30 | Traditions of the world come together this weekend, including performances from a Ukrainian singer, Japanese taiko drumming group, and more.
Sunday, April 16
  • Muse: Will Of The People Tour | Sunday, Apr. 16 | 6:30 p.m. | Moda Center, 1 N. Center Court St., Portland | $35.50+ | Feel the pull of a “Supermassive Black Hole”? That’s just because this English rock band is in town.
Monday, April 17
  • Collaboration Series: Kau Kau x Magna Kusina | Monday, Apr. 17 | 5 + 7:30 p.m. | Magna Kusina, 2525 SE Clinton St., Portland | $100 | Celebrate Filipino Food Month with this mash-up between two restaurants packed full of Pacific flavor.
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Finance

7 common mistakes when hiring a financial advisor
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Avoiding these blunders could help you prevent years of stress and heartache. | Photo by SmartAsset
Life should be a balance of adventure and relaxation — not finances. Enter: Working with a financial advisor. But choosing the wrong one could potentially wreak havoc on your retirement and investments.

Avoid these seven common mistakes when hiring a financial advisor so you can get back to the balance that matters most.

Pro tip: For simplicity, try this free tool to get matched with up to three vetted financial advisors serving your area.*
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News Notes
Weather
  • Good news: Today and tomorrow, we’re likely to see April’s first 60° days. Bad news: Rain will return Sunday and last until at least Wednesday. If you’re wondering just how much cooler, wetter, and cloudier this month has been compared to normal, give this a read. (KOIN + OPB)
Transit
  • Track tie-in work near Gateway Transit Center will disrupt MAX service on TriMet’s Red, Blue, and Green lines, Sunday, April 16-Saturday, May 6. During that time, plan your trip to see stay up to date on delays and available bus shuttles. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Health
  • The decision to close the birthing center at Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center has been reversed, and the facility will again welcome pregnant patients within 90 days. Before closing on March 17, it was the only center serving east Multnomah County. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Travel
  • Alaska Airlines’ check-in experience will feel a little different next time you fly out of PDX. Passengers are now required to either print their boarding passes at home or load them onto a smartphone. The effort aims to cut down on paper use and move people through the lobby more quickly. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Drink
  • The owners of Home, A Bar on Southeast Morrison Street have opened a new neighborhood watering hole in Northwest Portland called Round Here Bar. Find the freshly-painted blue building with red doors next to the Cinema 21 movie theater.
Coming Soon
  • Oregon’s second Shake Shack location has an opening date — Monday, April 24. The burger and frozen custard chain is coming to the corner of West Burnside Street and 10th Avenue, and will have an outdoor courtyard lit by string lights. There’s even the possibility of exclusive Portland items. (Eater Portland)
Portlander
  • They grow up so fast. Jolene, the Oregon Zoo’s adorable baby orangutan, turned 1 year old yesterday. She is starting to walk and climb on her own, but will stick close to her mother, Kitra, for about eight to 10 years — typical of her species in the wild.
Sports
  • The Portland Thorns have completed a short-term loan deal for Manchester United forward Adriana Leon, effective until June 30, 2023. From the Red Devils to the Rose City, the Canadian national will get valuable minutes before this summer’s World Cup while offering goals from the wing position.
  • After flying past the Everett Silvertips in the first round of the WHL playoffs, the Portland Winterhawks have a date with the Kamloops Blazers tonight in British Columbia. Cheer them on when they soar back home for Game 3 on Wednesday, April 19. (Portland Tribune)
Try This
  • Looking to flex your creative muscles? There’s still time to submit to our poetry contest. Using our Wednesday, April 5 newsletter as your word bank, craft a 75-word or less poem. Finalists will be selected based on criteria including originality + creativity — show us what you got by Sunday, April 16.
Shop
  • It’s shower season, and it’s time to celebrate the soon-to-be parents in your life. From onesies to burp cloths, our online store (Six & Main) has all the essentials for new parents. Shop for the bundle of joy now.
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Travel and Outdoors

⭐ When you wish upon a star

Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
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The stars look good up on Mount Hood. | Photo by @_cr.visuals_
Saturday, April 15 kicks off International Dark Sky Week, an initiative to combat light pollution in cities all over the world. Do you want to see stars over our city — even downtown? Follow these recommendations from the International Dark Sky Association.

Help measure night sky brightness as a “citizen-scientist” with Globe at Night.

Inventory your home lighting by following the IDA checklist — it could be as easy as pointing an upward-facing light toward the ground.

Find local stargazing events. Consider supporting Rose City Astronomers and Portland’s civic Dark Skies policy. Or, plan a trip to your nearest Dark Site and tag us on Instagram (@thePDXtoday) with your view of the night sky. Bonus: The Lyrid meteor shower peaks April 21-April 23.
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The Wrap
 

Today’s edition by:
Ben
From the editor
There’s a party in Portland — this weekend, my wife and I are doing the Soccer City double.

Tonight, we’ll be in the stands cheering on the Thorns as they strive to keep their perfect start to the season alive. And on Saturday, we’ll try to bring some energy to a Timbers season on life support, in a contest against their biggest rivals, the Seattle Sounders.
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