Featured image by Shell Ghostcage, via Creative Commons If you love to collect antiques, here's something for you: From February 6-15, antique shops in Lincoln City, Oregon, are offering specials during the annual Antiques & Collectibles Week. Find participating businesses at oregoncoast.org/events/annual/antique-collectibles-week.
Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge (photo by Cheryl Landes) Update, February 14, 2021, 9:15 a.m.: Westbound I-84 is now open, but the eastbound lanes are still closed. SR 14 in Washington is still closed from milepost 19 to 65 until further notice. The transportation departments in Oregon and Washington have closed two major … Continue reading Columbia River Gorge highways closed from heavy winds, snow, and ice
Image credit: Yakima Valley Tourism On President's Day weekend, wineries in six Yakima Valley cities roll out the welcome mat for a red wine and chocolate pairing experience unlike any other. The Yakima Valley produces more than half of Washington State's wine grapes on 17,000 acres. Thirteen the valley's 120 wineries are hosting events for … Continue reading Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Red Wine and Chocolate weekend in the Yakima Valley
The Lilac Bloomsday Association, organizers of the annual Bloomsday race in Spokane, Washington, is hosting a virtual event for 2021 because of continuing restrictions on large gatherings from the COVID-19 pandemic. The 45th annual event, called Bloomsday Worldwide 2021, is open to runners and walkers from everywhere. Here's how it works: Register on the Bloomsday … Continue reading Spokane’s Bloomsday race a worldwide virtual event in 2021
Photo by Cheryl Landes The City of Vancouver, Washington, has closed its community centers and all activities Friday, February 12, because of the winter storm that started tonight. The city plans to reopen the centers and resume activities on Tuesday, February 16. For updates, visit the City of Vancouver's Hours and Updates webpage. or call … Continue reading Community centers closed February 12-15 in Vancouver, Washington
Photo by Cheryl Landes The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) will reopen tomorrow, February 12, to limited capacity because of state restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Life & Legacy of Genghis Khan exhibit, Natural Sciences Exhibit, Planetarium, and USS Blueback submarine will be open. The Life & Legacy of Genghis Khan exhibit … Continue reading OMSI reopens tomorrow
Mike Bennett Art and Portland State University (PSU) have teamed up for the Toon Tour of campus. Bennett placed 24 of his cartoon cutouts throughout campus. He and PSU post pictures and clues on where to find them on their Facebook feeds. It's a fun way to get out and explore campus. Here are a … Continue reading Take a Toon Tour of Portland State University
For couples, celebrating Valentine's Day is more challenging this year because of restrictions from the COVID pandemic. Here's an idea that's fun, allows you to learning something new, and can be done at home. The Eugene Ballet is hosting a Bachata dance class on Saturday, February 13, 6-6:45 p.m. Pacific time. Florabelle Moses teaches this … Continue reading Learn bachata dance at home in time for Valentine’s Day
The 2021 Portland Shamrock Run is going virtual this year due to the State of Oregon's restrictions on large gatherings due to COVID-19. Register by Friday, February 12, to ensure you receive your run swag before Sunday, March 14, the day of the event. Ten percent of all registration fees goes to the OHSU Doernbecher … Continue reading Portland’s Shamrock Run goes virtual in 2021
Enjoy delicious soups from the Portland Mercado at the Latin American Soup Festival Saturday and Sunday, February 6-7 and February 13-14. All orders are takeout this year due to restrictions from COVID-19. Here's how it works: Select the soup(s) and drink(s) you want to order from the soup festival menu.Call or text the restaurant(s) providing … Continue reading Warm body and soul at Portland Mercado’s Latin American Soup Festival
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