06.23.2023

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49º | Showers | 84% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:50 a.m. | Sunset 4:40 p.m.

The world is your workspace

Boost your productivity by working outside in Portland

A woman works outside with a laptop and drink on a small table in a sunny, enclosed patio area.

A little vitamin D can do wonders for your workday. | Photo by Tea Chai Té

You’ve got a big presentation due… and a big pile of laundry taunting you. We get it — working from home can be a mixed blessing. There are days when a change of scenery is a must if you’re going to get anything done. The good news? Research shows that tackling your tasks al fresco actually helps boost productivity.

Finding places to work outside in Portland was at the top of our to-do list, so can we just say? Check.

☕ Coffee and tea shops

Caffeine reigns supreme if you have a latte work to finish. Put on your favorite playlist and get to it.

Tea Chai Té, 7983 SE 13th Ave.
Daily, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially, umbrellas

Holing up inside an actual train caboose is pretty unique, but this Sellwood spot also has a secluded patio where you can find your zen.

🍔 Restaurants and bars

At these fine establishments, the patio is the way to go — especially when the Portland weather is at its best. Order some food and drinks to fuel your focus.

10 Barrel Brewing, 1411 NW Flanders St.
Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-12 a.m.
WiFi: Yes
Covered: Partially

The rooftop patio overlooking the streets of the Pearl District is a great spot to get a bite — and a brew, we won’t tell your boss — while working on that quarterly report that’s due.

A fountain in Peninsula Park with rose bushes in the background. — Just don’t drop your laptop in the water.
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Photo by Another Believer

🌳 Parks and public spaces

It’s hard to beat fresh air when you want to think clearly. Set up a picnic blanket or head to your favorite picnic table — just don’t forget to charge your devices and bring your own hotspot.

Peninsula Park, 700 N. Rosa Parks Way
Days/hours of operation: Daily, 5 a.m.-12 a.m.
Restrooms: Yes
Covered: Partially

What better place to combat a stressful workday than at Portland’s oldest public rose garden? Lay out a blanket or snag a bench, and soak in the peace as you work to the sounds of the splashing fountain.

14 more outdoor spots

Asked

Do you work from a remote office at least one day a week?

A. Yes, I work remote full time
B. Yes, I work remote 1-2 days a week
C. No, I work on location every day
D. No, I am currently unemployed

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Events

Friday, June 23

Harp Circle | Friday, June 23 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver | Free | Meet other harpists to share music, learn new skills, and gain experience performing publicly in a relaxed setting.
41st Annual Rose Festival Art Show | Friday, June 23-Wednesday, June 28 | 1-4 p.m. | Oregon Society of Artists, 2185 SW Park Pl., Portland | Free | This year’s exhibition will encapsulate the theme of Rose City Reunion/Portland Scenes and Roses.
Nights of the Dragon Boat | Friday, June 23-Sunday, June 25 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Lan Su Chinese Garden, 239 NW Everett St., Portland | $10-$25 | Attend “Duanwu,” AKA the Dragon Boat Festival, featuring a traditional dragon dance, local vendors, interactive activities for all ages, and see the brand new, 6-ft-tall lantern from China.

Saturday, June 24

Pride Vegan Night Market Portland | Saturday, June 24 | 4-10 p.m. | Bridge Lot at OMSI, 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland | Free | Experience a compassionate and inspiring community-driven event showcasing 100+ vegan restaurants, pop-ups, small businesses, artisans, nonprofits, and grassroots organizations.
Portland Saturday Market | Saturday, June 24 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | 2 SW Naito Pkwy., Portland | Free | Shop more than 150 booths showcasing a variety of arts, crafts, and food sold by local artisans at this historic open-air market.

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Listen

Road to success: The journey of head coach Dan Lanning

Coach Lanning on the sidelines during a game and Dr. Shaffer at Autzen Stadium. | Photo provided by AMPLOS

Passion and dedication go a long way. That’s the message of the latest podcast episode of The Growth Project by AMPLOS. Coach Dan Lanning, head football coach at the University of Oregon, and Dr. Cory Shaffer, performance coach for Oregon football, discuss the pivotal moments and challenges that shaped Lanning’s career.

Learn about the extraordinary path that led Lanning to his current position and gain insights into the invaluable lessons learned during his inaugural year as head coach.

Listen to the episode

News Notes

Sports

Trail Blazers fans, did you catch the NBA Draft last night? In case you missed it, we picked Scoot Henderson with the No. 3 pick. Check out the full breakdown of the moves. (Portland Tribune)

Cause

It’s time to clean up our act. Today is the first day of Pick it Up, Portland — a two-day, city-wide cleanup event. Join over 500 Portlanders by signing up to help at one of 11 locations.

Drink

Cider Summit begins today. Head to The Redd on Salmon Street from 3 to 8 p.m. today or 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are $30-$40 and include samples of 150 selections of mead, cider cocktails, and apple spirits.

Try This

Show some llamas you know your stuff. Jeopardy winner Courtney Shah will host Trivia Night at Mtn Peaks Therapy Llamas & Alpacas in Ridgefield on Wednesday, June 28 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 per car.

Outdoors

The Stoller Family Estate winery will offer a bee tour to celebrate pollinators. On Sunday, Sept. 17, guests can see curated pollen + nectar plants. The tour is $65 per person and includes lunch, a glass of rosé, and tips on how to create your own pollinator habitat. (KOIN)

Tech

Local radio station Live 95.5 has a new robotic host — AI Ashley. Using Futuri’s artificial intelligence software, the station has cloned the voice of human host Ashley Z to take over some of her duties. (Oregon Live)

Finance

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Wellness

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jessalin

From the editor

Wednesday might have been the first official day of summer, but today is the first official day of summer for me. Why? Because I just got my first mosquito bite of the season.

Buckle up for bugs, Portland. In case you missed it, we’re seeing five times the amount of mosquitoes this June — partially because Multnomah County didn’t spray for them this year.

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