🤝 Imagine the impact if we all volunteered on January 20
Presented by AmeriCorps
Join AmeriCorps in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. King by volunteering this MLK Day. | Photos provided by AmeriCorps
Did you know? Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, Jan. 20) is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage all Americans to volunteer.
For 30 years, the MLK Day of Service has grown as more people embrace the idea that citizenship involves taking an active role in improving the communities where we live, work, and play.
Home for the Holidays at Pittock Mansion | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Pittock Mansion | $13+ | Today’s the last day to wander through Pittock Mansion’s wintery holiday makeover.
Friday, Jan. 10
Street Roots Zine Reading | 7-8:30 p.m. | Bold Coffee and Books | Free | Shop from a variety of local zine makers before they share their works out loud.
Saturday, Jan. 11
Dare and Derriere: DUALITY | 6-10 p.m. | Alberta Rose Theatre | $25+ | What happens when opposites attract? Find out in this daring burlesque where aerial performance meets sultry dance.
Sunday, Jan. 12
O-Shogatsu Festival, Japanese New Year | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. | Portland Japanese Garden | $16+ | Celebrate the Year of the Snake with lion dance performances, live music, and family-friendly activities.
Tuesday, Jan. 14
Ben Barnes: Where the Light Gets In | 8 p.m. | Crystal Ballroom | $35+ | Did you know that the lead actor from productions like “The Chronicles of Narnia” and “Shadow and Bone” also makes some sick music?
Thursday, Jan. 16
Oregon Episcopal School Information Evening | 7 p.m. | Oregon Episcopal School | Free | Talk with parents, faculty, and leadership, plus hear from students about OES’ inquiry-based education before application deadlines (Jan. 21 for Pre-K through 5th grade, Feb. 4 for grades 6-12).*
Presented by Habitat for Humanity Portland Region ReStores
Get ready to explore Tigard’s new ReStore and make a difference while snagging great deals. | Photos courtesy of Jason Quigley + Jocelyn Matics
This year, we’re embracing sustainable shopping. And, Habitat for Humanity is making it easier than ever with a new ReStore location opening in Tigard this spring.
This 18,500-sqft store, located on SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd., will be the fourth ReStore location in the area. Shoppers will find new and gently used furniture, home décor, appliances, building materials, and more at discounted prices.
The best part? Every purchase helps fund Habitat’s homebuilding and repair programs in the Portland region.
ReStores generate over $5 million annually to support these programs, serving 44,000+ customers and keeping 8,000+ tons of reusable materials out of Portland landfills. With existing locations in Beaverton, Gresham, and Portland — and an online store — it’s never been easier to shop sustainably and support affordable housing.
Habitat for Humanity is looking for volunteers to help with the Tigard location. See how you can get involved — whether you want to shop, donate, or volunteer — below.
A big name just joined the Portland Thorns. Former US national team defender and Hall of Famer Jeff Agoos has been named the team’s new president of operations and general manager, taking over from Karina LeBlanc. Look for the beginning of his first season in March. (KGW)
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After some serious thawing out and a year of renovations, Markham Elementary is open again after closing in January 2024 because of ice storm damage. Along with new drywall and ceilings, the kiddos now also have a brand new gym floor to run around on. (KGW)
Community
A women-only overnight shelter is now open temporarily in Portland’s Old Town as a part of the City of Portland and Multnomah County’s new Winter Shelter Plan. The location, which includes 50 beds + several other amenities, will be open for 90 days. (KGW)
State
The State of Oregon unveiled some new maps this week that show which areas of the state are at the highest risk of wildfires. The maps, which by law cannot be used to affect homeowners’ insurance rates, are intended to provide guidance and rules for those living in high-risk areas. (KGW)
Listen
The Oregon Ducks’ season might have ended with some big disappointments, but does that mean the whole season was lost? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Oregon Ducks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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We could get lost in these shelves for hours. | Photo via @powellsbooks
What’s better than a good book? A good book written by your neighbor. Brew up a cup of your favorite tea or coffee and get ready to meet your next read, because we’re talking about books by Portland authors.
Fiction
“You’re Safe Here” by Leslie Stephens | Release date: June 2024 | Fans of the hit show “Black Mirror” might find themselves darkly delighted by this story following pregnant main character Maggie as she finds herself alone, adrift in the Pacific Ocean in a “WellPod.”
Part of a series
“Wildwood” by Colin Meloy | Release date: August 2011 | Written by The Decemberists’ frontman and illustrated by his wife, Carson Ellis, this tale follows protagonist Prue, a seventh grader who ventures into a magical forest to rescue her friend from a murder of crows and other nefarious wildlife. It’s also the subject of a stop-motion animated feature from Laika.
Cook books
“Group Living and Other Recipes” by Lola Milholland | Release date: August 2024 | Part memoir, part cookbook, this publication includes a scrapbook of recipes as the author retells her experience living in her parents’ group living home.
The best two-piece sweatsuit for running errands, work-from-home days, or cozy weekends. We love the knit fabric and the roomy turtleneck design for extra comfort.
If you’re someone who gets seasonal affective disorder (like me), here’s some good news — Portland has officially passed what is the coldest time of the year on average. From December 17 to January 6, the daily average high sits at its lowest at 46°, but that will rise from here on out.
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