Tulips at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) The tulips are gone for the season, but the rhododendrons in the event garden and the crimson clover are in full bloom at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm in Woodburn, Oregon. From 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. today, Sunday, May 12, … Continue reading Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm open for Mother’s Day
Love Street Playhouse in Woodland, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Two retired vaudeville stars. One fractured friendship. A son of one of the stars trying to reunite them. What could possibly go wrong? This is the premise behind The Sunshine Boys, playwright Neil Simon’s production that’s underway at the Love Street Playhouse in Woodland, Washington. … Continue reading The Sunshine Boys a hilarious tribute to friendship
Photo by Cheryl Landes The Equamore Foundation, a sanctuary for rescued horses and donkeys east of Ashland, Oregon, is hosting an Open Barn Event on Sunday, May 5, from 2 until 4 p.m. Visit the animals and learn more about the foundation's mission. Refreshments will be served. Also enjoy live music by Hoof 'n' Heartbeats … Continue reading Visit horses and donkeys at a sanctuary near Ashland on May 5
Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Celebrate moms, nature, and spring at Mayfest 2024 next weekend at Lakewold Gardens. This family-friendly event on Friday, May 10-Sunday, May 12 has something for everyone: Have a picnic. Stroll the gardens and enjoy the flowers in full bloom. Walk up to an easel and paint … Continue reading Mayfest 2024 Mother’s Day weekend at Lakewold Gardens
Dot, a former resident of Animal Aid who found her forever home (photo by Cheryl Landes) Calling all Star Wars fans! Celebrate all things Star Wars while playing bingo and hanging out with the shelter cats in Animal Aid's free roaming room on Sunday, June 9, from 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. The $15 entry fee … Continue reading Animal Aid hosting Star Wars-themed Bingo with Cats June 9 in Portland
Image by zuzana gazdikova from Pixabay If you're in the Seattle metro area April 15-21 and you're craving a delicious, handcrafted pizza, you're in the right place. The Stranger's annual pizza week is back. This year, 12 restaurants from Northgate to Kirkland are selling $4 pizza slices and whole pies for $25 each. View the … Continue reading The Stranger’s Pizza Week April 15-21 in the Seattle metro area
Image by StockSnap from Pixabay If you're in the Seattle metro area March 4-10 and you're hungry for nachos, you're in the right place. The Stranger's annual Seattle Nacho Week is back. This year, 15 restaurants will offer creative combinations of nachos for a discounted price of $10. View the list and more details about … Continue reading Seattle Nacho Week March 4-10
Rhododendrons in full bloom at the Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Immerse yourself in nature this spring at Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden, one of Eugene's most beautiful gardens. This year's schedule includes four free walks focusing on different topics: Sunday, April 14, 1 p.m.—Rhododendron Garden tour, led by Emily … Continue reading Spring walking tours at Hendricks Park in Eugene
Image courtesy Animal Aid If you're looking for a way to find your center in the company of cats, check out Yoga with Cats at Animal Aid in Portland. The event returns to the no-kill shelter starting Sunday, February 25. Bonnie Chipman leads these sessions in the free-roaming cat area. A kitty or two might … Continue reading Yoga with Cats returns to Animal Aid in Portland
Image by NoName_13 from Pixabay Want to treat yourself to a delicious Valentine's Day evening without reservations? Tonight, in Seattle, Coyle's Bakeshop will be open at 5-8 p.m. for its annual Valentine's Dessert Night, where you can enjoy some of their fanciest desserts. Choose from Paris-Brests, chocolate eclairs, macarons, and more, along with sparkling wine … Continue reading Valentine’s Dessert Night at Coyle’s Bakeshop in Seattle
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