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Hey, ain’t PDX wonderful?

Portland’s most iconic landmarks
Alternating images show landmarks around Portland, including Pioneer Courthouse Square, The Grotto, Powell's City of Books, the Oregon Convention Center, and the St. Johns Bridge.
We have a feeling consensus may be hard to come by... | Photos by LWYang, InSapphoWeTrust, Michael Barera, Jeremy Jeziorski, OregonDOT
For millennia, people have categorized the world’s wonders into groups of seven. Ancient Greek author and geographer Herodotus is credited with being at the forefront of the trend more than 2,400 years ago. There have been modern lists, “new wonders,” undersea destinations, and the inclusion of more expansive phenomena like the aurora or polar ice caps.

Even our own state of Oregon took a swing at it.

While perusing Reddit recently, we came across a question in the same vein, but specifically for the City of Roses — “what would the Seven Wonders of Portland be?”

We live in a place that’s replete with human-made marvels, breathtaking nature, and intangible cultural heritage, so it can be hard to fit them all into a completely arbitrary number — but it’s fun to try.

Does the White Stag Sign make the cut? What about Lan Su Chinese Garden or Mount Tabor? St. Johns Bridge is pretty iconic… but so is the International Rose Test Garden. Keller Fountain is resplendent, at least when the water’s flowing.

Before we ask for your official lineup, click the link below for a road map to some of Portland’s most-recognizable landmarks.
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Asked

Alright tour guides, what are your “Seven Wonders of Portland?”

We want to know which points of interest capture your imagination the most.
My picks are...
 
Events
Monday, July 1
Tuesday, July 2
  • 2024 Portland’s Funniest - Preliminary Rounds | Tuesday, July 2 | 7 + 9:30 p.m. | Helium Comedy Club, 1510 SE Ninth Ave., Portland | $15-$23 | Witness hilarious history be made as local stand-ups crack their best jokes and vie for the audience’s vote to be crowned Portland’s Funniest Person.
Wednesday, July 3
  • Shemanski Park Farmers Market | Wednesday, July 3 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Southwest Park Avenue + Main Street, Portland | Free | Pick up farm-fresh produce and locally-made food during your lunch break in the heart of downtown Portland.
Thursday, July 4
  • Portland Craft Beer Festival | Thursday, July 4-Saturday, July 6 | 12-10 p.m. | Elizabeth Caruthers Park, 3508 S. Moody Ave., Portland | $40-$50 | Grab your keepsake cup and 10 tasting tickets to whet your whistle with the best brews our city has to offer.
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News Notes
Concert
  • The 2024 Waterfront Blues Festival strums into town this Thursday, kicking off four days of music across four stages with fireworks (on July 4), more than 100 musical acts, and food and drink (remember, you can’t bring your own). There are also a few volunteer positions remaining for those interested.
Real Estate
  • Emil Schacht’s signature Craftsman bungalows and “apartment houses” can be found all over the Historic Alphabet District. Now, one of those condos, with its red brick exterior and posh mosaic tile and clawfoot bathtub, is up for sale in the Nob Hill neighborhood. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Feel Good
  • Local artist Mike Bennett is doing his best to unlock your happiness with his new keychain library. Much like other outposts of Portland’s Sidewalk Joy map, people are invited to take and leave trinkets and tchotchkes. The exact location is secret, so get out and search.
Watch
  • Time flies when you’re building a bridge. TriMet recently shared a time-lapse video of a four-year span (2011-2015) of Tilikum Crossing’s construction. Now that’s what we call engineering in action.
Sports
  • Portland Timbers legend Dairon Asprilla has announced his departure from the club. Reports are he will return to his native Colombia to play for Atletico Nacional. In his final match at Providence Park, he provided the assist for the 92nd-minute winning goal against Minnesota United. (The Oregonian/Oregon Live)
Eat
  • June saw a flurry of restaurant openings, from Snappy’s second sandwich shop to Tipsy Teapot, a Sichuan eatery close to PSU. Dig into this list of other new places to try. (Eater Portland)
Trending
  • Fore. There’s been a whole lot of golf talk lately in the news. If it’s making you want to hit the links, check out our guide to all the courses in Portland. Beware the hazards.
Sports
  • The Trail Blazers spent the second round of the NBA Draft trading away all of its picks, but most outlets gave the team an A grade for their decisions in the first round. Mike Richman of Locked On thinks there could be big moves on the horizon.
    Seasonal
    • Celebrate summer like never before at Topaz Farm on Sauvie Island, a regenerative and no-spray farm. Enjoy one of the 10 remaining Americana concerts or an upcoming farm-to-plate dinner featuring fresh, locally-sourced meals. Book tickets to one of these unique, unforgettable celebrations of the harvests, community, and sustainability.*
     
    Try This

    🎨 Enter the Splatter Studio

    Creative Culture to open Splatter Studio at its Portland location
    A father and son pose in Creative Culture's Splatter Studio, covered completely in paint.
    Get ready to color outside the lines and make unforgettable memories. | Photo courtesy of Creative Culture
    It’s about to get all Jackson Pollock at Creative Culture PDX.

    The DIY craft studio and milkshake bar in the Sullivan’s Gulch neighborhood plans to open a Splatter Studio tomorrow.

    Guests will don protective gear and let their creativity flow unconstrained onto the canvas, walls, and most likely themselves, as they sling paint to their heart’s content. The experience has already made a splash at the company’s other locations.

    Creative Culture recommends wearing old clothes you won’t mind getting dirty. Each session is two hours long and children ages 5 and up are permitted. At least two guests are required for each reservation. Visit their website for more FAQs and pricing info.
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    Answered

    In 28 years as a manager, Erv Lind coached two World Championship teams. What years did they win those titles?
    Historic photo of Normandale Field, a softball venue in Portland. Beyond the outfield, you can see pine trees.

    From 1937 to 1964, Erv Lind had a record of 1,113 wins and 324 losses; the field in Normandale Park still bears his name.

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    Photo via Portland City Archives

    Ok, we’ll admit... this was a tough one, even for softball superfans. But we couldn’t resist the chance to highlight the 1944 and 1964 squads, who bested all of their competitors. Both teams are inducted into the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame. Congrats to all 23% of you that knew the answer (or guessed correctly).
    Their historic home field
     
    The Wrap
     
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    Today’s edition by:
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    From the editor
    Slushy season is here. The Portland Mercury’s monthlong celebration of frozen boozy drinks starts today at locations across the city. Each treat is $8, keeping your taste buds and wallet satisfied. My crushed ice curiosity is piqued by XLB’s “Basic Beach” and The Tavern’s “Wisconsin Old Fashioned.”
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