Why buy your compost when you can get it for free? Portland Bureau of Transportation is making your spring gardening cheaper and easier with free compost days. In the fall, PBOT collects leaves from city streets and converts the debris into high-quality compost. In celebration of Earth Day, PBOT … [Read more...] about Calling All Gardeners: Load Up on Free Compost from PBOT
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NW’s Largest Garage Sale and Vintage Sale
Want to visit more than 600 garage sales all under one roof? Attend one of the NW's Largest Garage Sale and Vintage Sale events. Since 2009, this event has brought together a community of people who enjoy making the old new again. Come find new to you treasures at this year's events. If … [Read more...] about NW’s Largest Garage Sale and Vintage Sale
2026 Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Every spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty blooms and legacy of a plant pioneer. The annual event takes place for 23 days on a quaint historic farm just off of I-5 in Woodland, Washington. Hulda Klager, known as the Lilac Lady, began hybridizing … [Read more...] about 2026 Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Record Store Day at Music Millennium
Calling all vinyl lovers, collectors and music fans! Celebrate independent record stores on Record Store Day. Portland's beloved record store, Music Millennium, has deals all day long. Music Millennium has been a staple of the Kerns neighborhood since 1969. It also holds the title of oldest … [Read more...] about Record Store Day at Music Millennium
Earth Day $1 Sale at Buffalo Exchange
Give back and get something new to you during the Earth Day Sale at Buffalo Exchange. Since 1974, Buffalo Exchange has been buying, selling and trading clothing and accessories. You can find current trends, designer, everyday styles, vintage and one-of-a-kind fashion at more than 40 stores … [Read more...] about Earth Day $1 Sale at Buffalo Exchange
Free and Cheap Events this Week in Portland
Never Miss Out on Frugal Fun in Portland There are so many ways you can participate in fun activities in Portland without breaking your budget. Use this list of free and cheap events this week as your guide to having frugal fun throughout the metro area. To stay up to date on all the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Events this Week in Portland
Morning Bird Walks at Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Walk the trails of Tryon Creek Natural Area with outdoor experts during morning bird walks. Located in Southwest Portland, Tryon Creek is one of Portland’s best urban parks. This beautiful natural area is a great example of our temperate rainforest climate: trees covered in moss with huge … [Read more...] about Morning Bird Walks at Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Neighborhood Microbakery Tour
Want to taste the baking talents of your fellow community members? The Neighborhood Microbakery Tour is coming to the Beaverton and Aloha area. The free, self-guided event celebrates the art of small-batch, homemade baking and the passionate people behind it. Here's how you can … [Read more...] about Neighborhood Microbakery Tour
North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
Update your wardrobe at this free community clothing exchange. The North Portland Free Clothing Exchange was started by a group of friends who were looking for a way to pass along gently used clothing, especially for their kids who outgrew clothes quickly. The clothing exchange is built on the … [Read more...] about North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
Head to the Portland Expo Center for all things crafty at the annual Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival. This event celebrates a new season of boundless possibilities. Spring is a great time to start planning homemade holiday gifts or get ideas for a project just for you to … [Read more...] about Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival


















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