High above its surrounding, Amaterra uses a multiple-level gravity-flow winemaking process to maintain the delicate qualities of its grapes. | Photo via Amaterra
There’s no shortage of world-class wines produced right in our own backyard. But whether you’re a barrel-aged oenophile or still a bit green on the vine, there’s always more to discover about the metro area’s booming wine industry, from local tasting rooms to festivals and tour companies.
Ready? Yes way, rosé.
Wine down ‘round town
Hip Chicks Do Wine
The city’s oldest urban winery has aged like, well, fine wine. At this vintage, you can have a glass on the patio with your pooch, host an event, or weigh your options with a tasting.
Pours on the periphery
Amaterra
Equal parts restaurant and events space, this perch in the West Hills astounds with sweeping views of the Tualatin Valley and quality wines under two labels. Purchase a one-time $25 social membership to visit the private clubhouse.
Vines worth the drive
Stoller Family Estate
Book one of the property’s guest houses to get the most out of whatever tasting experience you decide on. Fun fact: The brand’s logo pays homage to the vineyard’s past as a turkey farm, which raised 700,000 free-range birds at its peak.
Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology | Thursday, Aug. 7-Sunday, Aug. 10 | Times vary | OMSI | $12+ | More than 150 animations and films will be screened for both adults and children at this fest, which also features parties, Q&A sessions, demos, and panel discussions.
Friday, Aug. 8
Grand Prix of Portland | Friday, Aug. 8-Sunday, Aug. 10 | Times vary | Portland International Raceway | $25+ | Suit up for a fast-paced weekend at the racetrack.
Saturday, Aug. 9
Washington Park Summer Festival | Saturday, Aug. 9-Sunday, Aug. 10 | 6 p.m. | Washington Park Amphitheater | Free | Take in acrobatics + theater from Tempos Contemporary Circus on Saturday + Radiohead covers by Portland Cello Project on Sunday.
STRFKR + Phantogram | 5:30-10 p.m. | Pioneer Courthouse Square | $59 | The groups behind “Rawnald Gregory Erickson the Second” and “Black Out Days” take the stage in the same night.
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Bard Bingo at Wonderwood Springs | 7-9 p.m. | Wonderwood Springs | Free | Hear ye, hear ye — Gerard the Bard will host a raucous night of games and chance, where each card will cost five gold pieces.
Wednesday, Aug. 13
Creed | 7 p.m. | Cascades Amphitheater, Ridgefield, WA | $100+ | Throw it back on the “Summer of ’99" Tour to hear hits like “One Last Breath” and “Higher” as if it’s 25 years ago.
Whether you prefer to DIY or enlist help from a pro, making home improvements can have a big impact on your property’s value. | Photo via Pexels
Whether you’re thinking of selling your home in the next few years or further down the road, there are plenty of home improvement projects you might consider to increase its value, like:
Updating the kitchen. Think: adding an island or energy-efficient appliances.
Remodeling the bathroom. (Psst, we’re all about terrazzo right now.)
Amplifying your curb appeal. From repainting the front door to sprucing up your landscaping, a first impression goes a long way.
Portland Public Schools will pilot an AI literacy platform called Lumi Story AI this school year. The platform allows students to work with a chatbot to write comics, graphic novels, and stories that can then be published on the Lumi platform. (Oregon Live)
Civic
The city of Portland will replace all 32 of its existing traffic cameras with upgraded models and add three new cameras over the course of the next few months. The cameras — which are positioned at intersections in high-traffic areas — are meant to help improve traffic safety. (FOX 12)
Pets
Sixteen dogs from central Texas shelters are now in the care of Oregon Humane Society. Some of the pups, which were transferred to alleviate increased Texas shelter needs due to last month’s floods, are now eligible for adoption in Portland. (Oregon Live)
List
Cannon Beach is the best beach for bird watching in Oregon, according to travel site Lonely Planet, which recently ranked all of the Beaver State’s beaches. Seaside was also noted for its “fun carnival atmosphere.”
Sports
Tory Horton is causing some buzz at the Seahawks’ training camp. Dig into it and get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Seattle Seahawks with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Stat
1.35%. That’s the percentage of income Portlanders should expect to spend on clothing, based on a study by WalletHub. This outfits Rose City at No. 63 on the site’s list of cities where people spend the most to get dressed (when comparing the 100 largest US cities).
Try This
Sundays are sweeter on the water. Set sail on a two-hour Portland Spirit Brunch Cruise featuring a full brunch buffet, bottomless mimosas or cider, live piano music, and panoramic views — all included with your ticket. Cruises run every Sunday, year-round, at 11:30 a.m.*
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