by Marisa | Jan 11, 2017 | Art, Events
Portland is home to so many wonderful musical groups, the oldest of which is the Oregon Symphony. Founded in 1896, the Oregon Symphony was the first orchestra in the West. Throughout the last 120 years, the Oregon Symphony has continued to grow, expand its range of...
by Marisa | Dec 9, 2016 | Events
The evergreens of the Northwest are hard to beat — providing us with lush scenery and fresh air throughout the year. With about 60,000 acres of land dedicated to tree farms, the PNW is home to 17% of the tree farms in the US, boasting approximately 950 tree...
by Marisa | Oct 27, 2016 | Architectural Features
We are proud partners of Restore Oregon during their annual Mid-Century Modern tour each spring. We invite you to support their efforts to save, preserve, and re-use historic places across Oregon – places like the Jantzen Beach Carousel, the Crater Lake...
by Marisa | Aug 5, 2016 | Events
From rose gardens to aviation museums, and historical societies that bring light to years past through photos, postcards and articles, the Pacific Northwest boasts fantastic museums where we can learn more about our region or simply enjoy art. Check out the map for a...
by Marisa | May 6, 2016 | Places
The Portland Metro area welcomed the MAX Orange Line last summer–a 7.3 mile stretch of easy-to-access public transit aiming to alleviate congestion on the McLouglin/Highway 99E Corridor and serve a growing residential community. The new transit option has...
by Marisa | May 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
Our city’s reputation once lay in its prolific population of stumps– now, as summertime comes to Portland again 165 years after the city’s incorporation, the trees that make Portland beautiful release their leaves and open their blossoms once...
by Marisa | Apr 11, 2016 | Events, Places
Rolling pastures, quaint towns, world class wines and cheeses: sometimes the Willamette Valley can look a lot like France. To take your very own distinctly Oregon voyage, check out these fantastic Continental-inspired food and drink destinations. ...
by Marisa | Apr 11, 2016 | Events
You’ve heard that “time is money” and it actually applies to our current real estate market. If you’re considering buying someday soon, there’s a definite cost to waiting. For most people, the true cost of purchasing a home...
by Marisa | Mar 15, 2016 | Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
The 2016 home tour season is quickly approaching and one of my favorite tours is back this May. Restore Oregon is hosting the Mid Century Modern home tour on May 14th and we are excited to be once again sponsoring the tour this year! In the past, they have...
by Marisa | Mar 4, 2016 | Events
Now is the perfect time to start your garden! Whether your thumbs have been green for years or you’re planning to play in the dirt for the first time, you’ll dig this guide. #1. Focus on the trinity of gardening: soil, water, sunlight. Some quick...
