Friends of Trees partners with other community organizations, like Tualatin Riverkeepers, to plant trees, shrubs, and pollinator-friendly flowers in local areas. | Photo by @tualatinriverkeepers
This Earth Day, make sure you don’t forget to shout out Earth for keeping us all grounded. Sorry, that pun was on a low-hanging branch.
Alright — all terra-ble jokes aside, Earth Day is on Tuesday, April 22 and many Portland organizations and community groups are hosting events that celebrate our local natural wonders and working to keep them nice and green.
Let’s dig into a few highlights.
Oregon Spring Cleanup | Saturday, April 12-Tuesday, April 22 | This statewide initiative is looking for volunteers throughout the week on projects like trash pick-ups (sometimes coupled with beer sipping), garden tending, and digging out pesky blackberry vines.
Oregon Garden Earth Day | Saturday, April 19 | This celebration at the Oregon Garden comes with eco-friendly green vendors, face painting, a chance to meet Caesar the No-Drama Llama, and good food.
Earth Day 2025 | Saturday, April 26 | Local collective Making Earth Cool is hosting a rad little festival featuring a parade, seed collecting, a costume contest, and cake + tea potluck.
Events
Events
Thursday, March 27
Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert | 7 p.m. | Revolution Hall | $58+ | Careful — you might find yourself screaming “That’s not fair!” if you realize you missed watching the film accompanied by a live orchestra.
“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” | Thursday, March 27-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | Portland Center Stage | $24+ | A young couple are invited over for a nightcap at their neighbor’s, but then things take a turn for the strange.
Friday, March 28
The Wood Brothers | 8 p.m. | Crystal Ballroom | $41 | These self-described “free-thinking songwriters” are sure to delight.
Saturday, March 29
NAYA Native Made Spring Marketplace | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Lloyd Center | Free | Shop from a variety of locally made jewelry, clothing, and crafts from 45+ Indigenous artisans.
Portland Tacos, Tequila, & Tamales Festival | Saturday, March 29-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center | $12+ | This mouthwateringly named festival also includes mariachi band performances and Lucha Libre matches.
“A Feast of Thorns and Roses” Cookbook Launch | 6-9 p.m. | Heathman Hotel | $24+ | There you are — this event has been looking for you. Enjoy a variety of treats directly inspired by the “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series while you meet the author and other bookish locals.
The Portland Sourdough Showcase | 4-6 p.m. | STEELPORT Knife Co. Factory | Free | You’ve had five years since COVID to nail down your techniques, now come enjoy some free samples, drinks, and demonstrations of a specially crafted bread knife.
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Adidas has plans to start work on a $7.9 million renovation to one of its Adidas Village campus buildings in North Portland. Early plans show new features like a visitor cafe + lounge, an auditorium, and new work rooms. (Portland Business Journal)
Travel
You might need to be flexible if you’re heading out on Amtrak Cascades in the next few days. Due to a mechanical issue, only one train will be running on this route. However, buses will replace scheduled train service until the trains return. (KGW 8)
Closing
Bend-based brewery Crux Fermentation Project is closing its Portland pub after two years of pouring pints. The spot’s official last day is Sunday, March 30. The brewery’s Bend tasting room will remain open. (KGW 8)
Traffic
Plan for your weekend commutes to potentially take some extra time this weekend. I-5 southbound will have one less lane from Corbett Avenue to Terwilliger Boulevard from 8 p.m. on Friday, March 28 to 6 a.m. on Monday, March 31 while crews work on installing RealTime Speed signs. (The Oregonian)
Plan Ahead
Don’t forget: The deadline to obtain a REAL ID is coming up on Wednesday, May 7. You’ll need the REAL ID (or a different federally approved identification, such as a passport) if you plan to fly domestically or enter secure federal or military facilities. Here’s how and where to get one locally.
Sports
The Portland Trail Blazers’ recent game against the Cleveland Cavaliers was a nail-biter, but not in a good way. How are the team’s postseason chances looking? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Portland Trail Blazers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Home
Decluttering your house? You can now drop off donations from your big spring cleanout at the brand new Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Tigard on Thursdays + Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more.*
Wellness
What if there was a pathway to unlocking a new level of mental clarity and peace? This transformation might be closer than you think. Discover how Active Path Mental Health patients have found relief from treatment-resistant depression with TMS therapy — listen to their stories.*
Travel
Making summer 2025 your main character era? Perfect timing: Snag this travel credit card’s rare, limited-time welcome bonus (worth ~$1,000) to fuel your summer adventures — whether it’s island-hopping like a Love Is Blind escapee, chasing Sabrina or Kendrick on tour, or simply living your best jet-set life.*
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Eyeing some Hoka shoes for spring hiking, running, and walking adventures? Brad’s Deals rounded up which stores are offering the best prices.*
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City Guide
City Guide
Hit the trails
Feel the fresh air in your lungs and the trail beneath your feet. | Photo by @irenemayphotography
Lace up your hiking boots. We’ve compiled a curated hiking guide for the Portland areawith a few trails and routes to help you plan your next adventure.
Once the snow has melted during the summer and early fall, this trail takes you up and down several spurs of Mount Hood, offering a mind-boggling perspective on just how immense the peak really is.
Boardwalks installed into the side of this towering volcanic plug switch back and forth as you climb 600 ft, giving you a bird’s-eye view of the striking scenery.
A purse organizer that’s 69% off thanks to Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. Say goodbye to a messy handbag with this organizer featuring 13 thoughtfully designed pockets to keep everything in its place. Read: You’ll never be endlessly digging around for your keys again.
Hope you all are safe after those storms last night. If you’re experiencing power outages or need other kinds of assistance, check out our guide to some of Portland’s emergency services.
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