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Indigenous Culture Day at Tryon Creek Natural Area

Listen and learn from Indigenous educators in the culturally rich Tryon Creek State Natural Area during Indigenous Culture Day. 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 … [Read more...] about Indigenous Culture Day at Tryon Creek Natural Area

Take a Bite Out of Wetzel’s Pretzels Freebie on National Pretzel Day

Get all twisted up in this tasty treat on National Pretzel Day. Wetzel's Pretzels is celebrating the annual food holiday with an awesome freebie. On Saturday, April 26, Wetzel's Pretzels is hosting its annual National Wetzel Day. Every customer who visits the pretzel shop from 3 p.m. to close can … [Read more...] about Take a Bite Out of Wetzel’s Pretzels Freebie on National Pretzel Day

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50+ Portland Area Thrift and Consignment Stores

Portlanders love thrift and consignment stores. Thankfully, our city caters to this affinity and is chock-full of places where bargain hunters thrive. Whether your style is a pair of Levi's jeans and a secondhand flannel or a vintage dress with like-new Dr. Martens or Frye's, you'll find it at these … [Read more...] about 50+ Portland Area Thrift and Consignment Stores

Portland Vintage Market: Discover Unique Finds at this Vintage Clothing Event

Attend one of Oregon’s largest vintage clothing events, Portland Vintage Market.  What began as a modest pop-up in the parking lot of Hollywood Vintage back in August 2020 has blossomed into a thriving vintage community. Built by and for vintage enthusiasts, Portland Vintage Market stays … [Read more...] about Portland Vintage Market: Discover Unique Finds at this Vintage Clothing Event

Free Earth Day Celebration at The Oregon Garden

In celebration of Earth Day, The Oregon Garden hosts a day of fun filled with free activities and exhibits. If you haven't been, this is the ideal time to visit this Oregon attraction. The 80-acre botanical garden feature more than 20 specialty gardens showcasing the diverse botanical beauty of the … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Celebration at The Oregon Garden

Spring Book and Media Sale at Beaverton City Library

Calling all book lovers, media collectors, and bargain hunters! The Spring Book and Media Sale at Beaverton City Library is just around the corner.  While stocking up your book shelves, you can also find various media to keep you entertained all year long.  Here's what you can expect at … [Read more...] about Spring Book and Media Sale at Beaverton City Library

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