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Multnomah Falls, Multnomah Falls Lodge, and historic Columbia River Highway reopen today

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Multnomah Falls in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge Photos by Cheryl Landes Effective today, Multnomah Falls and Multnomah Falls Lodge in the Columbia River Gorge reopen with restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For the first phase, which is expected to last two weeks, the site will be open to 300 visitors at a time. … Continue reading Multnomah Falls, Multnomah Falls Lodge, and historic Columbia River Highway reopen today

Armchair photo tours: A summer stroll in The Grotto’s gardens in Portland

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A waterfall in the lower garden at The Grotto in Portland, Oregon Photos by Cheryl Landes The Grotto, a 62-acre shrine and botanical garden in northeast Portland, is a beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of Oregon's largest city. Although it's near busy Interstate 205, you can't even hear the traffic. Trails pass tall … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: A summer stroll in The Grotto’s gardens in Portland

Oregon Coast Aquarium reopens outdoor exhibits August 10

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Photos by Cheryl Landes On Monday, August 10, the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport reopens its outdoor exhibits to one-hour guided tours by reservation only. The tours feature these five exhibits: Vultures, otters, seals and sea lions, seabirds aviary, and the rocky habitat. Visitors must wear masks and keep a minimum six-foot distance. Admission is … Continue reading Oregon Coast Aquarium reopens outdoor exhibits August 10

Cinema Unbound Drive-In at Zidell Yards in Portland August and September

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Image by Markus Distelrath from Pixabay Enjoy movies from the comfort of your car in August and September at the Zidell Yards in Portland, Oregon. The series started on August 6 and continues Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights through September 27. Movies range from Knives and Skin, about a young girl's disappearance in the Midwest … Continue reading Cinema Unbound Drive-In at Zidell Yards in Portland August and September

2020 Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes cancelled

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Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay For the first time in the show's history, the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes has been cancelled in New York City due to the ongoing concerns with the coronavirus. All tickets for 2020 will be refunded, according to a statement on the Rockettes' website. Tickets are on sale … Continue reading 2020 Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes cancelled

Rise & Roll, a free open-air roller disco, in Portland August and September

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Grab your dancing shoes—well, skates actually—and get down outside as DJ Count Daddy and DJ SugarPDX spin disco favorites on three Sundays in August and September. This free Rise & Roll event will be held 6-10 p.m. at the Da Vinci Arts Middle School at NE 26th Avenue and NE Everett Street in Portland on … Continue reading Rise & Roll, a free open-air roller disco, in Portland August and September

Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair in August replaces the 2020 Seattle Art Fair

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Image by Artsy Bee, courtesy Pixabay Updated August 3, 2020 The Seattle Art Fair was cancelled this year due to COVID-19. Instead, a group of more than 50 galleries are collaborating to bring virtual and in-situ events from their spaces August 1-31. This event is called the Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair. The Seattle Deconstructed Art … Continue reading Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair in August replaces the 2020 Seattle Art Fair

Discover Catios 2020 videos and The 8th Annual Catio Tour livestream on September 12 feature amazing hangouts for felines

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Felines Unleashed, one of the featured catios in the Discover Catios 2020 video series hosted by the Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon and the Portland Audubon Society Are your cats insisting that you create an awesome pad for them? Look no further than the videos at Discover Catios 2020. This virtual event features some of … Continue reading Discover Catios 2020 videos and The 8th Annual Catio Tour livestream on September 12 feature amazing hangouts for felines

2020 Cathedral Park Jazz Festival streaming this weekend from Portland

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Instead of cancelling the 40th Cathedral Park Jazz Festival this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jazz Society of Oregon decided to host it online. It started streaming yesterday, July 17, and continues through Sunday night, July 19. Today's performances continue until 10 p.m. Pacific time. Tomorrow, the music starts at 2 p.m. and … Continue reading 2020 Cathedral Park Jazz Festival streaming this weekend from Portland