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Finding Love at Oaks Park

Oaks Amusement Park in Sellwood has hosted everything from roller derby events to competitive beer miles to holiday festivals. And along the way, the 114-year-old park has helped more than a few Portlanders find love. We’ve tracked down three local couples who ended up getting married after meeting at “The Oaks” roller rink. Check out […]

/ November 21, 2019

The Inclusive “Living Room” for East Portlanders

Gateway Discovery Park celebrated its grand opening almost exactly a year ago, making it only the second park in Portland that’s accessible to kiddos of all physical abilities. Portland Parks & Recreation calls it a “living room” that serves the Gateway district and surrounding neighborhoods. Before its construction, nearly 1,000 new households lacked access to […]

/ August 5, 2019

Why East Portland’s Namaste Bazaar is a ‘Hidden Gem’ for Indian Food

If you want to experience the true melting pot of Portland, drop by the Namaste Bazaar in Hazelwood around lunchtime. The Indian restaurant and grocery store has become a favorite meeting spot for local immigrant communities, from Sri Lankans to Tongans to Samoans. And more than a few Yelpers have described it as a “hidden […]

/ July 24, 2019

‘Rehabilitation is Difficult, But Never Impossible’

[infobox_default_shortcode header=”Real Talk: Juvenile Justice” img=”” color=”#8EC9C8″]This article is part of our Real Talk series on juvenile justice, which delves into how Oregon deals with kids who commit crimes through essays from those who have been convicted, lawyers, lawmakers. Check out the entire Real Talk juvenile justice series. [/infobox_default_shortcode] Earlier this month, we kicked off […]

/ August 22, 2018

Members: We want to feature you!

We’re launching a feature where we include a member profile in our newsletter and on Instagram once per week so this awesome community can get to know one another. If you’re here, it means you’re one of our members, and we’d love for you to be one of the profilees! If you’re game, answer the […]

/ March 20, 2018

Enter to win a helicopter ride for two!

We’ve got a pair of tickets just for members and one additional guest to win a Skyscrapers and Bridges Helicopter Tour with Oregon Helicopters. To enter, complete the form below! We’ll pick our winners at random on Thursday, Mar. 14th at 12 noon and email the winners. In partnership with Oregon Helicopters

/ March 12, 2018

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/ March 3, 2018

Enter to win tickets to NW Dance Project’s Trip The Light Fantastic!

We’ve got a pair of tickets valued at $150 just for members to check out a one-of-a-kind performing arts experience. To enter, complete the form below! We’ll pick our winners at random on Friday, Feb. 1st at 12:00 noon and announce the winners in Monday’s newsletter. In partnership with Expensify and the Northwest Dance Project.

/ February 18, 2018

Enter to win tix to the Listen Up Festival!

We’ve got a pair of 6 show pack tickets just for members to check out any six podcast shows at the Listen Up Festival. To enter, complete the form below! We’ll pick our winners at random on Friday, Feb. 1st at 3:30 p.m. and email the winners. In partnership with the Listen Up Festival

/ January 16, 2018