By Jenny Brown Let the Sparks Fly: Places to Make Out in Portland A few months ago, I travelled to New York for a comedy festival. I met a man. We had a date. Sparks flew. We did a lot of kissing in the restaurant/lounge where we had our date, then more kissing and some petting as we wandered the … [Read more...] about 7 Great Places to Make Out in Portland
Free Events
Portland 4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations
Have a Spectacular 4th of July in Portland Instead of shelling out a bunch of money to buy your own fireworks, enjoy cheap and free Portland 4th of July events. Many of the events listed below have a whole day of fun activities, games, and live music and entertainment your whole family will … [Read more...] about Portland 4th of July Fireworks, Parades and Celebrations
Portland’s Free Summer Movie Series
Want free flicks this summer? The Portland metro area has an abundance of movies in the park programs. Scroll through the list below to the Portland's movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, Oregon City and Gresham movie series. See more free … [Read more...] about Portland’s Free Summer Movie Series
FREE Summer Reading Programs in Portland
Looking for a fun reading program to keep your kids on track this summer? Or maybe you are looking to keep yourself on top of new releases and the classics. Portland libraries and national companies offer prizes for kids, teens and adults. Find the right summer reading program for your … [Read more...] about FREE Summer Reading Programs 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
Farmers Markets In and Around Portland
Your one stop shop for produce and entertainment Tis the season for farmers markets in Portland! In almost every neighborhood throughout the city, people gather weekly to buy veggies, meet with neighbors, listen to live music and get a bite to eat. Each Portland Farmers market has its own unique … [Read more...] about Farmers Markets In and Around Portland
Dog-Friendly Activities in Portland
Take Advantage of Portland's Dog-Friendly Places Portland is a great city for dogs. Not only are we close to great hiking trails and the beach, many places in the city open their doors to our four-legged companions, creating dog-friendly atmospheres. Here are some dog-friendly activities in … [Read more...] about Dog-Friendly Activities in Portland
Best Places to Play Trivia in and around Portland
Assemble your team for the best free trivia nights It can be hard to find a free event to enjoy with a group of friends. Portland trivia nights are one exception to the many pricey friends night out happenings around the city. The Portland metro area is booming with free trivia nights. Beaverton, … [Read more...] about Best Places to Play Trivia in and around Portland
Free Museum Days for Bank of America or Merrill Lynch Card
Bank of America customers get free museum admission Bank of America's Museums On Us program lets customers visit museums free the first weekend of the month. Show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday for one free general admission ticket. … [Read more...] about Free Museum Days for Bank of America or Merrill Lynch Card
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