Willamette Valley

Armchair photo tours: Fort Hoskins Historical Park near Philomath, Oregon

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Fort Hoskins Historical Park near Philomath, Oregon Photos by Cheryl Landes Fort Hoskins was built by the U.S. Army in 1856 to maintain peace between the settlers and the Native Americans and to quell anti-Union Southern sympathizers. The military fort overlooked the Luckiamute River Valley, where 200 to 300 troops served. Treaty discussions, formation of … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: Fort Hoskins Historical Park near Philomath, Oregon

Armchair photo tours: The world’s tallest barber pole in Forest Grove, Oregon

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Photos by Cheryl Landes In 1973, San Antonio, Texas, claimed the world's tallest barber pole at 40 feet. But when Chuck Olson saw it during a barbershop music convention, he knew he could make a bigger one in Oregon. After all, Oregon is famous for its tall trees. The timing was perfect, because a group … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: The world’s tallest barber pole in Forest Grove, Oregon

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

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

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

Armchair photo tours: Rogerson Clematis Gardens in Lake Oswego, Oregon

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Photos by Cheryl Landes The Rogerson Clematis Gardens has the most extensive collection of clematis of any other public garden in North America. Nineteen hundred clematis representing more than 850 species grow in this garden behind the historic farmhouse and the greenhouses at Luscher Farm in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Brewster Rogerson started the collection in … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: Rogerson Clematis Gardens in Lake Oswego, Oregon

Armchair photo tours: Hughes Water Gardens in Tualatin, Oregon

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A lotus flower at the Hughes Water Gardens in Tualatin, Oregon Photos by Cheryl Landes Whether you're looking for garden ideas, ideas to brighten your yard, garden supplies, or you just want to browse the beautiful displays, Hughes Water Gardens is the place to go. The entrance to Hughes Water Gardens in Tualatin, Oregon This … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: Hughes Water Gardens in Tualatin, Oregon

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