Portland is filled with incredible educational opportunities for adults and children. Many of our favorite places around the city have taken their content online to give us fun livestreams, virtual tours and activities we can interact with from the comfort of our home. Best of all, these … [Read more...] about Free Local Livestreams, Virtual Tours and Activities
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Free Virtual Nature Journaling with Hoyt Arboretum
While the trails at Hoyt Arboretum remain open for visitors (so long as you abide by the CDC’s trail user social distancing recommendations), the center's programs and classes have been cancelled. To bring our community closure to nature from the safety of our homes, Hoyt Arboretum has started a new … [Read more...] about Free Virtual Nature Journaling with Hoyt Arboretum
OMSI Hosts Virtual Science Pubs
On Tuesdays, Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is hosting free virtual science pubs via Facebook Live. The local science center has kicked off a new online series of short talks on topics such as geology, ethology and physics. Since OMSI's Facebook page is public, you can watch the … [Read more...] about OMSI Hosts Virtual Science Pubs
Calling All Harry Potter Fans! New Website Brings Hogwarts to You
Beloved Young Adult author J.K Rowling is bringing magic to your new daily life with Harry Potter At Home. This project is designed to cast a Banishing Charm on boredom through interactive games and access to the book series. The new website is a free online collection of child-friendly activities, … [Read more...] about Calling All Harry Potter Fans! New Website Brings Hogwarts to You
Virtual Happy Hour Hosted by 45 North Wine Bar
Are you starting to missing going out for happy hour with friends? 45 North Wine Bar wants to bring everyone together for a virtual happy hour experience complete with drinks, entertainment and freebies. The free party will have trivia with prizes, the wine bar staff on the other side of … [Read more...] about Virtual Happy Hour Hosted by 45 North Wine Bar
Hallmark is Giving Away One Million Greeting Cards
There's something about sending and receiving cards from the people I love that makes me feel more connected to them. It is something I have done since I was a kid and a practice I still enjoy to this day. Hallmark is making it easier than ever to mail a greeting card to our loved ones with this … [Read more...] about Hallmark is Giving Away One Million Greeting Cards
Free Daily Online Gardening Classes
It feels like Portland has finally shook off the winter blues and gone into full bloom. I am loving the magnolias, cherry blossoms and camellias in my neighborhood. This is around the time all of us backyard gardeners get the urge to flex our green thumbs and start planting our plots. If … [Read more...] about Free Daily Online Gardening Classes
Planet Fitness Free Virtual Workouts
Since skipping the gym has become mandatory for all of us, Planet Fitness is using virtual workouts to make sure you keep up with your fitness goals. The gym and fitness club has launched United We Move, a collection of 20+ minute "work ins" to keep you in shape. The daily videos are hosted … [Read more...] about Planet Fitness Free Virtual Workouts
Make a Splash during Whale Watching Week
Have you ever seen a whale? Oregon is truly a natural wonder. In Portland, we're lucky enough to live a short drive from the mountain and the ocean. If you're looking for an unforgettable day trip or want to get out of the city during spring break, head to the coast for Whale Watching … [Read more...] about Make a Splash during Whale Watching Week
Take Your Family on the Kenton Rainbow Hunt
Looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon with your family? The Kenton neighborhood in North Portland is hosting a fun, outdoor hunt for rainbows. This Kenton Rainbow Hunt is inspired by Italians making rainbow banners to show solidarity with their neighbors during their shelter in place. Out … [Read more...] about Take Your Family on the Kenton Rainbow Hunt
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