Wine Tasting with Canines Uncorked

Canines Uncorked is an event put on every year by the Oregon Humane Society as a way to raise money and celebrate the wonderful wines of Oregon! This year 16 North Willamette Vineyards participated, each offering free tastings to ticket holders, as well as special events for dogs at each stop!

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To Do: June 2017

June is one of my favorite months of the year because it signifies the start of summer! I'm looking forward to spending lots of time outside and taking in as much of the amazing city of Portland as possible. Here are all of the events that I'm looking forward to this month!

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Spring Bucket List

Most of us have a bucket list, and if you don't it is time to write one! I love the feeling of accomplishing items on my list and getting to experience the things that I've been looking forward to. Sometimes the items that tend to stick around for a long time are the ones that are close to home and seemingly easy to do, so it's time to accomplish some goals! Add these items to your bucket list and let's get them done this spring! 

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Portland Dining Month

March in Portland means Portland Dining Month, where over 100 local restaurants offer a three course meal for only $29. Meals at some of these restaurants can set you back substantially more, sometimes just for an entree, so trying out new places during this month is a great way to experiment, find new favorite places, or get a great value at an otherwise expensive restaurant. 

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To Do: March 2017

I love March because it means spring will be starting soon!! Even though Portland tends to have a rainy March, and a rainy spring in general, I'm still looking forward to warmer weather. Here are the events that I am most looking forward to during March!

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Neighborhoods: Goose Hollow

The Goose Hollow neighborhood in Portland sits west of downtown and just south of Burnside street. The neighborhood is more residential than some of the other neighborhoods in Portland, but is certainly not lacking in attractions, restaurants and things to do. Goose Hollow is still very walkable, with downtown being only a few blocks down the hill and NW Portland being right over Burnside. 

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Friday Five: Winter Bucket List

It is clear that winter has hit Portland in full force! Two snow storms (before January!!), the holidays are almost over, and cold days are the norm. Portland is jam packed with fun things to do during the summer, but there are activities that are only possible, or most fun, in winter. Here are 5 can't miss activities to do this winter!

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Zoo Lights at the Oregon Zoo

I haven't been to the Oregon Zoo in forever, so I was so so excited to check out Zoo Lights last week. Not only are the lights beautiful, but it is fun to get bundled up with a mug of hot chocolate and explore the zoo in the evening.

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