The gift that keeps on giving all year long Do you have someone who is impossible to shop for? I have a few on my list, too. One of the best and easiest gifts to give is a Portland membership, annual pass or subscription. Most attractions in Portland offer memberships, or you can find fun … [Read more...] about Give the Gift of Portland Memberships and Subscriptions
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Thrifty Ways to Give Back to Local Charities
Gift Giving and Giving Back Go Hand in Hand The holiday season is expensive. Whether you are buying gifts, traveling to see loved ones, preparing a festive feast, or all of the above, it is hard to carve out some extra cash for donations. Thanks in part to the digital age we live in and the … [Read more...] about Thrifty Ways to Give Back to Local Charities
Portland Activities for Hot Summer Days
Free and Cheap Portland Summer Activities Get your sunscreen ready. We're heading into the hottest part of the summer. Portland has plenty warm weather activities for people who like to soak up the sun and others who like to stay inside. The best part is all these activities are free and cheap. … [Read more...] about Portland Activities for Hot Summer Days
Fun Things to Do While Stuck in Portland Traffic
Make Portland traffic a little less horrible Portland traffic is bad, and it is about to get a whole lot worse. The ODOT announced the I-84 and I-5 Interchange resurfacing project, which will close the ramps 24 hours a day for up to two weeks. Here's the schedule: Sunday, July 8 - Monday, July … [Read more...] about Fun Things to Do While Stuck in Portland Traffic
6 Places in Portland to See a Movie for $6
Portland's Best Theaters Offer Cheap Tickets Cowritten by Allison Kern When I moved to Portland over four years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to discover an abundance of movie options and most with food and drinks! Though many second-run movies play at cheaper theaters, you can see … [Read more...] about 6 Places in Portland to See a Movie for $6
How to Spend a Rainy Day in Portland
Entertain Yourself During All Four (Rainy) Seasons No matter the time of year, we all need to prepare for a rainy day in Portland. What to do? Staying at home binge-watching Game of Thrones or The Office for the tenth time is certainly an option. But eventually cabin fever will force you to go … [Read more...] about How to Spend a Rainy Day in Portland
5 Cheap and Awesome Ways to Catch Live Music in Portland
Live Music in Portland for Your Next Night Out Portland is celebrated for its vibrant music scene. Although this city does not always get the headliners that stop by our west coast neighbors like San Francisco and Seattle, Portlanders go all out for bands that do stop by our intimate venues. If you … [Read more...] about 5 Cheap and Awesome Ways to Catch Live Music in Portland
Portland Rose Festival’s (mostly) FREE events
Your Guide to Free Portland Rose Festival Events The 2018 Portland Rose Festival starts in just a few days. The official opening of the annual event is marked by beautiful fireworks over the river on Friday, May 25. The main events of the Rose Festival, most of them FREE, are listed here. For a … [Read more...] about Portland Rose Festival’s (mostly) FREE events
Hot Dates on Cold Nights for Frugal Lovers
Cozy Up to these Inexpensive Adventures for Two Hello to you, lovers old and new. This is the time when single people revel in their singleness – quiet Saturday nights with library books or cleaning the bathroom – fantastic! But for those of you with SO’s (Sexy Others) in your lives, and more time … [Read more...] about Hot Dates on Cold Nights for Frugal Lovers
Love Trivia? Play and Win at Trivia Nights
Great beer, food and fun at Portland Trivia Nights Looking for a fun evening event for your friends? Trivia Nights are popular gatherings at bars and restaurants throughout the Portland metro. There are multiple Trivia Nights around town nearly every night of the week. Trivia buffs play for FREE or … [Read more...] about Love Trivia? Play and Win at Trivia Nights
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