01.17.2024

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Today’s Forecast

47º | Rain | 91% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:46 a.m. | Sunset 4:55 p.m.

🏕️ We’ve got cabin fever

Escape the cold and cozy up in these cabin rentals near Portland

A three story cabin is covered in feet of snow and surrounded by equally covered trees.

This cabin makes for a superb home base for any alpine excitement. | Photo via Airbnb

When Portland’s winter weather keeps you cooped up, it’s totally understandable to daydream about trading your situation for a cozy getaway in the mountains. Whether you’re looking for an extended stay or to simply rent for a weekend in the woods, there are plenty of nearby Airbnb listings to check out in your pursuit of hygge-ness.

Trillium Lodge

Government Camp, OR | ~$348/night
Pack up the Subaru and the pup for a stay at this spacious pet-friendly retreat, ideal for a family (it sleeps 10). Quality time is as easy as a day of board games or shredding the slopes.

Warm wooden walls frame the interior of a cabin, outlined by cathedrals arches. The space is decorated with modern elegance and a wood stove. — Give our props to the architect.
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Photo via Airbnb

Scandinavian gorge cabin

White Salmon, WA | ~$299/night
The fittingly gorgeous cathedral arches and modern features of this space offer a sense of comfortable elegance. Several hiking trails are accessible from the property, so bring your snowshoes.

Twinkly lights shine from the front patio of a wooden A-frame cabin surrounded by verdant forest and ferns. — You’ll find peace here no matter the season.
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Photo via Airbnb

Wandering Woods A-frame cabin

Mount Hood Village, OR | ~$168/night
Here, every noise fades away except the crackle of the wood stove and the breeze in the forest’s boughs, making it easy to curl up with a good book in the rocking chairs.

Note: Prices will vary depending on the dates of your stay.

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Events

Wednesday, Jan. 17

Feeding Birds: What and How to Safely Feed Wild Birds | Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 6-7 p.m. | Online | $20-$30 | Learn how to ensure what you’re putting out to nourish the backyard wildlife is not actually causing our feathered friends any harm.
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Brooklyn Nets | Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center, 1 N. Center Court St., Portland | $5+ | Misery loves company, so how about it Rip City?
Itzhak Perlman in Recital | Wednesday, Jan. 17 | 7 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway, Portland | $49-$169 | Cold outside, beautiful violin and piano music inside.

Thursday, Jan. 18

Dinner with 2 Towns Ciderhouse | Thursday, Jan. 18 | 6:30 p.m. | Metropolitan Tavern, 1021 NE Grand Ave., Ste. 600, Portland | $75 | Enjoy a six-course meal pairing 2 Town’s finest ciders with small plates curated by chef Joey Hart.
Helium Presents: Rachel Feinstein | Thursday, Jan. 18-Saturday, Jan. 20 | Times vary | Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE Ninth Ave., Portland | $20-$40 | After the winter storm, we could all use a laugh — this nationally touring comedian and actress is up to the task.

Friday, Jan. 19

St. Johns Winter Beer Fest 2024 | Friday, Jan. 19-Saturday, Jan. 20 | Times vary | StormBreaker Brewing St. Johns, 8409 N. Lombard St., Portland | $25 | Raise a pint of your favorite local beer to the weekend.

Events calendar here

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Drink

Sip, sip, hooray

These alcohol-free drinks can raise your spirits this new year. | Photo provided by Six & Main

We’re mixing up the new year with tasty mocktails perfect for hosting a party, enjoying a night at home, or simply quenching your thirst in a new delicious way.

For the inspiring mixologists, we suggest the Hibiscus Cardamom Syrup by Portland Syrups. Want to practice your bartending skills? We’ve got you covered with this Cherry Limeade by Simple Times Mixers — all you have to do is add your favorite soda water. If you’re more of a pour-and-go type of person, choose any of these flavors from Sarilla.

Join us in raising a glass (or can) and toasting to tasty, alcohol-free indulgence.

Try these recipes

News Notes

Edu

School is canceled today across Portland Public Schools following yesterday evening’s freezing rain. Officials cited ongoing power outages, risk of tree damage, and hazardous roads as reasons for the closure, which also leaves the district with few options to make up instruction days lost during November’s teachers’ strike. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)

Community

When wind chill dropped temperatures below 10° on Monday, Multnomah County’s warming shelters set a new record — 1,181 people spent the night in 12 emergency shelters. The effort represented a collaboration between the state of Oregon and local nonprofits; hotel rooms were also booked for 30 families experiencing homelessness. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)

Outdoors

Mt. Tabor Park was one of Portland’s hardest-hit places during last weekend’s winds. Many large fir trees atop the city’s extinct volcano fell over, destroying a picnic shelter and other infrastructure like handrails in the process. (Willamette Week)

Gallery

The Columbia River Gorge didn’t get the whole “no wearing white after Labor Day” memo. Reddit user u/Tedder42 shared stunning photos of the area (and a regal Mount Hood) in the wake of the blizzard. (USA Today)

Eat

Don’t let snow/ice/rain keep you from a delicious meal at these all-weather food cart pods. You’ll find heaters, roofs, fire pits, and of course some of Portland’s best bites. We could really go for a beer at Prost! and Matt’s BBQ right about now... (Eater Portland)

Weather

If you’re looking for a silver lining from the recent storms it’s that the snowfall will add to the Cascades’ lagging snowpack and Portland’s (and Oregon’s) water supply — but just how much remains to be seen. Despite current conditions, a warmer, drier winter is still expected due to El Niño. (OPB)

Plan Ahead

🌊 Seaweed, it’s what’s for dinner

Ride the regenerative seafood wave with Winter Waters

Assorted seaweeds sit on a plate with blue swirly designs.

Wakame, kombu, and dulse, oh my. | Photo via Winter Waters

Ready to reel in some regenerative seafood? Next month, chefs and tastemakers across Oregon will spotlight farmed sea vegetables and other local sustainable seafood items during the second annual Winter Waters series.

In Portland, sample specially brewed seaweed beers at Loyal Legion or try a six-course tasting menu at Morchella.

Beyond the Rose City, follow the smell of salty sea air and venture even closer to the source to enjoy additional events along the Oregon Coast.

In 2023, Winter Waters restaurants brought in more than $60,000 in revenue — a boon during the typically slow month of February. The campaign’s nonprofit partner, the Oregon Kelp Alliance, also received $6,000.

The Buy

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Ben

From the editor

The McBee household is on day five without internet thanks to the ongoing Xfinity outage, but I’m only complaining a little because we’re one of the lucky ones who still have power. In related news, I finished a 1,000 piece puzzle all by myself.

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