Weather

Here Comes The Snow (And Way Colder Temperatures, Too)

Winter weather is in the forecast for Portland. Here's what to know before it sets in.

12/22/2021 By Julia Silverman and Dalila Brent

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Progressive Education in a Natural Setting

For nearly 50 years, The Marylhurst School has been providing students an experiential, child-led education in a welcoming community environment.

12/22/2021

Real Estate

Price Point: $1,000,000 Homes in Portland, Vancouver, and Sandy

A downtown townhome in Portland, a house that's ready for parties in Vancouver, and a rural getaway in Sandy.

12/22/2021 By Cami Hughes

Politics

Decision Time: What to Know about Oregon's 2022 Elections

The Oregon electorate has already changed. Will 2022 be the year our highest elected officials finally start to catch up?

12/22/2021 By Julia Silverman Illustrations by Martin Gee

Seafood

Where to Find Dungeness Crab, Oregon’s Seasonal Treat

Whether in a composed dish, cooked and cleaned, or live, here’s where to get your hands on some crustaceans.

12/22/2021 By Katherine Chew Hamilton

Skating

Oaks Park Gay Skate Is on a Roll

A look back at 30 years of Oaks Park Gay Skate

12/21/2021 By Karly Quadros

Soccer

Portland’s 2021 MLS Cup Final, in Photos

Raindrops, tifo, a Chara sandwich, and heartbreak for the Timbers

12/21/2021 Photography by Alli Weseman

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Visit Lincoln City to learn to clam, crab, and find agates

Lincoln City’s Explorience program takes you on a journey from the woods to the shore to learn from local experts about what makes Lincoln City special.

12/21/2021

Getaways

Who Needs Wi-Fi? Off-Grid Can Be a Draw for Vacation Rentals

Tune out and turn off at these gorgeous Oregon Airbnbs.

12/21/2021 By Fiona McCann

Shopping

Shops Worth the Drive

Bookstores at the beach, German groceries next to the world’s largest oyster, and kitchen finds in Eastern Oregon

12/21/2021 By Margaret Seiler

Shopping

Cigars to Light Bulbs, We Love These Portland Retail Classics

Some of the shops we’ve come to rely on, whether they’ve been around a decade or a century

12/20/2021 By Fiona McCann, Margaret Seiler, and Julia Silverman

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Three Essential Reasons to Get your COVID-19 Booster

Extra protection helps slow the spread of the coronavirus and reduces severe illness.

12/20/2021

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Prolonged Care for COVID -19: A Place for Healing in Oregon

The Late Sequelae Clinic is designed to help patients navigate the complex symptoms associated with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, or long COVID-19.

12/20/2021

Real Estate

Property Watch: An Arbor Lodge Bungalow with a Party-Ready Backyard

From movie nights to summer BBQs, making the most of a small house with a great yard

12/20/2021 With Melissa Dalton

News You Can Use

5 Oregon Stories to Watch This Week, December 20–26

Omicron cometh, get your booster shot, and a possible compromise on school schedules

12/20/2021 By Julia Silverman

Visual Art

Inside the Portland Art Museum’s Aux/Mute Gallery

DJ Ambush of the Numberz has transformed part of PAM’s fourth floor into a platform for BIPOC artists.

12/20/2021 By Conner Reed

Soccer

What Do NWSL Deals and Drafts Mean for the 2022 Thorns Roster?

The 2022 Challenge Cup starts March 19, but the Thorns will be without Simone Charley, Tyler Lussi, and Christen Westphal.

12/19/2021 By Margaret Seiler

Shopping

Close Out Your Holiday Shopping at These Gorge-ous New Shops

Visit Hood River and White Salmon for wintry vibes and last-minute gifts.

12/18/2021 By Gabriel Granillo

Music

Song of the Week: ‘It's Christmas ****!’ by Logan Lynn

The Portland musician/advocate comes for the yuletide crown with an all-time great opening lyric

12/17/2021 By Conner Reed

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California Closets teams up with Soles4Souls

Support Soles4Souls and save at California Closets by donating your gently used shoes.

12/17/2021