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"Local business make our region great. And loving local businesses just got sweeter." —Supportland Neighborhood Notes recently sent out more than 75 Supportland rewards cards loaded with points as a thank you to those that filled out our reader survey. And in response, we got a few questions, like “How do you use this thing?” Supportland co-founder Katrina Scotto di Carlo isn’t caught off guard: more...
With Portland’s ubiquitous farmers markets, a committed locavore “foodie” movement, and the great luck of being located in the Willamette Valley—home to some of the most fertile soil on the planet—how could the Rose City possibly face any food security issues? But the facts don’t lie. According to the Multnomah Food Action Plan, adopted by the County Board of Commissioners in January 2011, there are more...
Portland may not have “traditional” roots in frying chicken, but it doesn’t take an expert to grasp that fried chicken is “finger lickin’ good.” And although KFC ditched that slogan of 50 years for something “healthier” sounding, Portland knows fried chicken is just that. Luckily, we have our own deliciously crispy fried chicken scene (yep, we said it, there is one) going strong, and then more...
What's your most important business asset? It's not your customers, your products or even your website—it's YOU. Taking care of business is taking care of yourself. Here are three ways to nurture yourself and help your small business thrive. Get Your Three Squares We meet with a lot of small business owners—usually over happy hour—and we regularly hear: "This [insert bar food] is the first thing more...
Hi there, neighbors. We deeply appreciate the feedback we received from our 2012 reader survey. Our thanks to everyone who braved the open-ended questions and supplied such thoughtful responses. You're our heroes! We were doing it wrong. Well, not everything. But a lot of things are going to change here at Neighborhood Notes. And we couldn't be more inspired.We're honored to make the changes that matter to you, dear more...
Today the Portland Water Bureau is turning off the Bull Run water supply system and activating the supply system from the Columbia South Shore Well Field. Recent heavy rains and increased stream flows have contributed to a rapid increase in turbidity, or suspended sediments, in the Bull Run system. The Bull Run water supply is not filtered. "We are blessed to have two high quality sources of water available to us," said more...
Why waste your neighborhood-dive order at Portland's craft cocktail bars? Shake up your 'usual' with a snappier alternative. more...
Resolved to get fit in 2012? Consider indie alternatives to the fitness giants and keep the local economy healthy, too. more...
The first graduates of the Beginning Urban Farmer Apprenticeship program look to make an impact on the agricultural scene of the Portland metro area. more...
Any small business owner or organization can create value through creative calendaring. more...
Event date: Feb 3, 2012 → Feb 18, 2012
Event location: Project Grow at Port City, 2156 N Williams Avenue
In the 1950s Williams Avenue was a thriving home of jazz clubs that attracted the greatest musicians of the era including the likes of Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and so many others. The construction of Interstate 5 cut this musical, cultural artery forever, leaving only a handful of clubs scattered throughout Portland. From February 3-18, Project Grow at Port City more...
Event date: Feb 4, 2012
Event location: SE Uplift, 3534 SE Main St.
Find out why solar is a smart choice for Oregon at this free workshop. We’ll discuss solar electric and solar thermal technologies and the current financial incentives available to homeowners. For more information and to RSVP please visit Solar Oregon or email emily@solaroregon.org. Solar Oregon is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization leading the way to a clean energy future by demonstrating the successful use of solar energy more...
Event dates: February 5th, 2012, March 4th, 2012
Event location: June Key Delta Community Center
Just when you thought it was time to hang up your garden gloves…winter is a prime time to plan for spring! Join Bonnie Bruce of Celilo Gardens for 4 Garden Classes beginning in January 2012: “The Real Dirt on Dirt”, “Get Your Feet Wet—Rain Gardens”, “Perfect Bedfellows—Edibles and Perennials” and” Lawn, What a Yawn!” Registration details and class descriptions can be more...
Event date: Feb 14, 2012
Event location: Portland's best indie businesses
On Valentine's Day, over 30,000 Portlanders will get a big hug from the local economy when their Supportland points will magically be worth double. From midnight to midnight on 2/14/12, cardholders will be flocking to supportland.com where they can get rewards that may have previously been beyond their grasp. Perhaps a Soak and Sauna Pass at Common Ground? Sewing Machine Service at Modern Domestic? Or maybe $50 towards a tattoo at more...
Event date: Mar 17, 2012
Event location: Cook Park, Tigard
Uberthon presents the Walk, Run 5k or 10k events at Luckython on March 17th located in Cook Park, Tigard. The race benefits the Booster Club from Sherwood High School. The morning event is a Kids Race, 1k, 5k, and 10k. The event is for fun, competition, or fitness. Everyone falls within one of these categories, so come and enjoy. To register please visitwww.uberthons.com/luckythonsherwood. more...
Event date: May 20, 2012
Event location: Historic Irvington Neighborhood
The 2012 Irvington Home Tour on May 20 will feature a tour of seven houses in this historic Northeast Portland neighborhood. A lecture may be included this year for the entry ticket price of $20. Proceeds go to fund charitable giving programs and projects in the area. Please, no children under 7, infants in front packs can attend. more...
