The hoop vibrates twice when a team scores. | Photo courtesy of Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers are trailblazing with unique tech that enables fans who are blind and have low vision to follow the game.
Paralympic athlete and content creator Anthony Ferraro recently showed off tech from Seattle-based startup OneCourt. The haptic display board works by using tactile vibrations that let the user follow the ball across the court, while audio keeps them updated on the score.
How to get set up with a OneCourt device
Trail Blazer fans can pick up their OneCourt tablets at the Moda Center for free.
Pick up your device from a Guest Information Booth at entries A7, A23, or C33.
At your seat, plug the headphones into the board and follow the audio instructions.
Forgot to reserve a device ahead of time? No worries — the venue leaves two available upon request on game day. More info is available online.
Events
Events
Thursday, March 6
“Hamilton” | Thursday, March 6-Sunday, March 23 | Times vary | Keller Auditorium | $59+ | Tickets are still available, so yes — you can be in the room where it happened.
Friday, March 7
Stitch & B!tch | Friday, March 7 | 4-8 p.m. | Portland Wine Company | Free | Untangle all that stress from the work week with a little wine, yarn, and a good ole fashion yap session.
Saturday, March 8
80’s Hair Band Bingo | 7-10 p.m. | Samaritan Odd Fellows Lodge, Milwaukie | $8+ | Tease your hair and get ready to win some prizes while you rock out to AC/DC, Motley Crue, and Guns N’ Roses.
Candlelight: From Bach to The Beatles | Saturday, March 8-Sunday, March 9 | Times vary | World Forestry Center | $45+ | You may have never thought about putting these two legends next to each other, but you might be quite splendidly surprised to hear how well they mesh.
Sunday, March 9
“Creeptime": The Podcast | 7-8:30 p.m. | OMSI’s Empirical Theatre | $28 | Check out a live taping of this creeptastic podcast that covers true crime, mysteries, and unexplained events.
Monday, March 10
Make Ceramic Signs and Ornaments | 7-8:30 p.m. | Clay and Vintage Studio, Hillsboro | $75 | Get your hands in the mud and learn how to make some cute trinkets for your home.
Wednesday, March 12
RuPaul: House of Hidden Meanings | 7 p.m. | Aladdin Theater | $40+ | You know the drag legend, but this is the story of the man behind the aura who grew up Black, poor, and Queer in San Diego.
Presented by Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
Get ready to have a rawr-ing good time. | Photos by Anna Kucera
Step into a world where dinosaurs and LEGO®️ bricks collide in a breathtaking adventure.
Starting Saturday, March 15, OMSI unveils “Jurassic World by Brickman®️,” showcasing 50+ life-sized dinosaurs and scenes crafted from 6 million LEGO®️ bricks.
This immersive adventure provides inquisitive explorers with an interactive and thrilling journey through the “Jurassic World” franchise.
Get hands-on with LEGO®️ brick paleontology, mystery mosaics, island-building, new dinosaur creations, and more — with 2.5 million LEGO®️ bricks available to show off your own building skills.
Metro has a lot more greenery on its hands after recently purchasing 553 acres adjacent to the Clackamas River with the intention of restoring it into a wild area. The plot — which includes land that was formerly the Eagle Creek Golf Course — was purchased using $6.4 million from the voter-approved parks and nature bond.
Weather
Don’t forget to spring forward this Sunday, March 9. Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m., so turn your clocks forward one hour. This means the sun will start setting a little after 7 p.m. in Portland next week, giving you more daylight hours to play around our city. Pop the bubbly — you made it through winter.
Community
Construction has begun on Hillsboro’s first permanent shelter for people who are houseless. The center, which is expected to open in late 2025 or early 2026, will offer 75 beds, on-site meals, laundry facilities, and operate all-day, every day, year-round. (KGW)
Open
A Utahn drink trend, made extra popular by reality show “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” has made its way to Portland. New northeast Portland soda shop Fizz N Sip is specializing in dirty sodas, which include ingredients like coffee creamer + flavored syrups. (KGW)
Read
Fancy a drink? The popular Portland-based cocktail influencer Hannah Chamberlain (known as @SpiritedLA online) recently released a new cocktail recipe + etiquette book “How to Be a Better Drinker.” Readers can find oddities like a Funyuns-infused martini or ethereal concoctions like the Lilac gin punch. Whatever you make, just remember, it has to be fresh. (Portland Monthly)
Environment
Keep an eye out for these criminals. It’s National Invasive Species Awareness Week and so the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding residents about some of the state’s worst invasive species. On the list is the European green crab, zebra mussel, American bullfrog, and emerald ash borer. (KOIN)
Small Biz
We’re gearing up for Small Business Week, a celebration of local enterprises from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10. If you own a local small business, let us highlight you by filling out our form by Sunday, March 16.
Sports
We’re nearing the end of the Portland Trailblazers’ season. How are we looking in the standings? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Trail Blazers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Number
120,000. Since 2011, that’s how many men and women have partnered with Revibe Health to help optimize their wellness. Expect personalized care with treatments tailored to your unique needs — from testosterone replacement and erectile dysfunction to compounded GLP-1 formulas. Learn how Revibe Health can support your journey.*
Health
Did you hear that? Most hearing aids have one processor. These bad boys have two, making speech clearer and crisper by processing speech and noise separately. No wonder 540,000+ customers love them.*
Biz
Calling all business owners. For a limited time, we’re offering 15% off your first advertising purchase on our self-service ad portal. No long-term contract required — simply use the code NEW15 at checkout to redeem the discount.
Pets
Veterinary clinics are being pushed to focus on profit, resulting in higher bills. Pet insurance could help you offset some of these rising costs — with up to 90% reimbursement. Find plans starting at only $10/month.*
Job
Do you have a passion for all things Northern Virginia, a knack for storytelling, and a drive to engage readers? We’re hiring a creative and dynamic Newsletter Editor to join our team at NOVAtoday and craft daily, hyper-local content. We’ve got the perks just for you: competitive salary, 401K with company match of 4%, and so much more. Apply now.
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Wellness
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For Todd, TMS has been a gamechanger for his treatment-resistant depression. | Photo courtesy of Active Path Mental Health
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If you’re willing to splurge a little ($17), you can turn PDX Sliders’ burgers into loaded fries for you and your friends to split. | Photo via @pdxsliders
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Portland. Check out this list of 21 places where a lunch for one costs $15 or less.
Bra Hund
What awaits you at this walk-up window located in Broder Nord? Scandinavian-style hot dogs. Our mouth is watering just thinking about the Norwegian option, which comes with a beef frank, mashed potatoes, crunchy fried onions, and remoulade on lavash flatbread for $9.
Feel Good
Belly on up for hearty bowls made with cauliflower or brown rice, red quinoa, or mixed greens; each can be served chilled or warmed. FYI — the business is cashless, so bring your card.
Life of Pie
Take advantage of happy hour 11 a.m.-6 p.m. to order a whole, wood-fired margherita pizza (dine-in only) for just $8. House beer and wine are $6.
TriMet’s got some fancy new trains for our local light rail riders. The new “Type 6" MAX trains include new upgrades, like better temperature control and new LED lights, meant to make your ride even more comfortable. You can pick out these trains by their 600 serial numbers.
