What we’re eyeing

• Le Creuset Signature Enameled Cast Iron Braiser with Lid: This enameled cast iron comes in a variety of colors and is a kitchen workhorse for those wanting evenly-cooked vegetables or meat.
• 132'’ Cantilever Umbrella with Weighted Base: If this summer follows the trend of recent years, it will be hot, hot, hot. Stay cool in the shade of this canopy that can rotate 360° and resists fading.
• Shelah 2 - Person Round Outdoor Dining Set: Set up a laptop for some outdoor work or chat with a friend over coffee while sitting at this Parisian-style bistro set that’s powder coated to withstand our PNW climate.

The deets on discounts

• Area rugs up to 80% off
• Bedding up to 65% off
• Cookware + bakeware up to 60% off
• Home office furniture up to 55% off
• Living room seating up to 60% off
• Mirrors and decor up to 65% off
• Outdoor furniture up to 60% off
• Outdoor lighting and decor up to 55% off
• And more.

• Rose City Brass Quintet Spring Recital | Monday, May 6 | 7-9 p.m. | The Hallowed Halls, 4420 SE 64th Ave., Portland | $10-$28 | This group will serenade music lovers with contemporary and classic arrangements in an intimate setting.
• Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors - Find Your People Tour | Monday, May 6 | 8 p.m. | Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark St., Ste. 110, Portland | $25 | Start your week with this show from the folk rock band behind songs like “What Would I Do Without You” and “American Beauty.”

• Forest Bathing | Tuesday, May 7 | 3-5 p.m. | Hoyt Arboretum, 4000 SW Fairview Blvd. , Portland | $25-$30 | Soak in the sights and sounds of nature and feel your stress melt away.

• Moda Health Job Fair | Wednesday, May 8 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | 10505 SE 17th Ave., Milwaukie | Free | From claims specialists to administrative roles, there are plenty of open positions if you’re looking for a change.
• Welcome Wednesdays | Wednesday, May 8-Wednesday, May 29 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Domaine Drouhin Oregon, 6750 NE Breyman Orchard Rd., Dayton | $25 | Check out specially priced flights without making a reservation — here and at other locations in the Dundee Hills.

• Wire Wrapped Rings Class | Thursday, May 9 | 6-8 p.m. | The Park Tap House, 8401 N. Ivanhoe St., Portland | $52 | Bedeck your fingers with some new handmade bling.

• The Judy (Downtown Portland) | June 17-August 23
• Trinity Methodist (SE Portland) | June 17-July 12
• Rose City Methodist (NE Portland) | July 15-August 9
• Sherwood Center for the Arts | July 17-26
• The Reser (Beaverton) | July 29-August 23

• Green Is Gold if you ask the Portland Timbers and Thorns. The two soccer squads will host a mixed-teams charity match on Wednesday, June 26 at Providence Park benefiting nonprofits The Nature Conservancy and Keep Oregon Green. In addition to current players, fans can expect to see several club legends suit up.

• Portland restaurants like Han Oak and Kim Jong Grillin feature heavily in “Koreaworld,” a new cookbook from chef Deuki Hong and journalist Matt Rodbard. Their book tour will stop by Powell’s City of Books on Sunday, May 12 and Jeju on Monday, May 13. Tickets for the foodie event are $55 and include a signed copy.

• For the first time in 136 years of the International Brewing and Cider Awards, a US cidery brought home the best-in-class trophy from the London ceremony. Portland Cider’s Original Gold a-peeled to voters in the “classic cider” category; the company also earned a silver medal for its English Pub Cider. (Willamette Week)

• Yelp released its “Top 100 Local Businesses” list and two Portland establishments were recognized in the reviews. The Cat’s Meow nuzzled its way into the pet care selections, while Movie Madness made the cut for books, music, and video. (Yelp)

• Do you enjoy performance arts, especially beyond the boundaries of the status quo? Well, it’s a safe bet that you’ll have fun at Risk/Reward’s Festival of New Performance, taking place June 21-23 at Portland Institute for Contemporary Art’s Hancock Building.

• Sculpture and music, rigid and effervescent. These artistic media may not seem harmonious at first, but Portland composer, Grammy Award nominee, and Pulitzer Prize finalist Andy Akiho combines them with dramatic flair. Classical music becomes a visual spectacle under his direction, creating symphonies for the world’s biggest stages. (OPB)

• Getting through the offseason can be hard for Ducks fans. Although summer activities like camping can be good distractions, nothing will tide you over better than hearing how Oregon added Alabama safety transfer Peyton Woodyard.
  

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