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April 29, 2011
We are planners, and love knowing what’s going to happen in advance. We love our big ole paper desk calendar. It has big white squares for every day of the month so we can—get this—write things down. It’s like a security blanket for our social life. Unfortunately, not a lot of other people use our strategy—or else they play along with us (“Wouldn’t miss it for anything!”) and then they don’t show up. (Portlanders? You’re on notice for that, btw. Forget “Rose City,” we’re going with “Flake City.” Just say “no” if you don’t wanna go!) |
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| 1 | Mama Knows Best We grew up in a house of re-use. Old towels were fashioned into pot holders, old pants became shorts, heck, we even re-used paper towels sometimes. Re-use and recycle is a part of our DNA, and Mag-Big's owner, Cassie, might just be our soul-sister. She has filled her shop with nothing but local and sustainable goodies. Mag-Big boasts more than 240 local designers, with more arriving every week. Shop the fun housewares (hot-guy hand towels anyone?), stationery, apparel, art, and jewelry that are tucked into every nook & cranny of this cozy shop. We're long-time fans of SheShe screen-printed shirts, and Mag-Big has selection aplenty. We also spotted the sweetest handmade skivvies, kids' sewing kits created by a 5th grader, and to-die-for Lazy Lolita hand-dyed slips. The back room is host to a monthly rotation of local artists, and Mag-Big opens its doors to the community for DIY craft nights and fashion shows. |
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| 2 | Sweet as Can Be We don’t have kids, but we love shopping for them. How cute does everything look in miniature? It’s not even funny how many times we’ve hovered over baby shoes wondering how we could incorporate them into our living-room décor. Thank goodness for Hanna Andersson—we can browse and ooh and ahh and pick something adorable up for nieces and nephews that are too great to display. They have to be worn to be appreciated! And next Saturday, May 7, their newest store comes to Portland in Washington Square. There’s going to be a big party, too, from 10 am to 2 pm, with gifts with purchase (while supplies last), prizes, kids’ craft projects, and a 20% discount off regular-priced hannas in the store during the event. You can even meet their founder, Gun Denhart—the real Hanna Andersson! We suggest bringing in your gently used “Hanna-Me-Downs” to benefit kids through the Caring Closet, too. What an opportunity to give… and get! (We’re available to “babysit” that afternoon, btw, as long as “babysitting” means a trip to Hanna Andersson!) Hanna Andersson |
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Live Your Adventure We don’t enjoy camping. Like “The Princess and the Pea,” we can feel every pebble underneath our sleeping bags. That whole “don’t shower until you get home” thing is total bunk. And what’s with the bad food? Just because we’re in the middle of nowhere doesn’t mean we want to eat ramen. So when we feel the need to relax, rejuvenate, and get back to nature, we head to Skamania Lodge. Um, hello? They have a spa! Just 45 minutes east of Portland, Skamania is in the spectacular Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, so we can get our nature on, then find our bliss with naturally inspired signature treatments at the Waterleaf Spa & Fitness Center. Afterward, we’ll savor some of the region’s most celebrated dishes and award-winning cuisine in The Cascade Dining Room or the River Rock. Sure, there’s hiking, biking, fishing, golf, rock-climbing, whitewater rafting—you know, adventure—right there for the taking. But we’ll be taking in the breathtaking views of the Columbia River and Cascade Mountains, and catching up on our Jackie Collins. Skamania Lodge |
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The “Ceramic Showcase and Gathering of the Guilds” is the only art show like it in the country, featuring work from the Oregon Potters Association, Creative Metal Arts Guild, Oregon Glass Guild, Guild of Oregon Woodworkers, Northwest Fine Woodworkers Guild, Portland Bead Society and the Portland Handweavers Guild. With more than 350 artists participating, there are plenty of gift choices for Mother’s Day, weddings, graduations and more, plus demonstrations, shopping, wine-tasting, classes, live jazz. It’s all here! What: Ceramic Showcase and Gathering of the GuildsWhen: April 29 & 30, 10–9; May 1, 10–5 Where: Oregon Convention Center Admission: Free Visit: www.ceramicshowcase.com |
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| 1 | Boudoir Photos? Why Yes! You don’t have to show it all to show it off. Studio Design Secrets makes it fun, relaxed, and sexy, starting with hair & makeup by Chrystal Waddell of Nicole Wagner Make Up, complimentary champagne or Mimosas, and an all-female team to guide you through the entire session. Like them on Facebook for a 10% discount! What: Boudoir Photo Sessions with Studio Design Secrets |
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| 3 | Special Savings on the Thumbprint Necklace! Love the Thumbprint Necklace from Sahlia Jewelry? It’s $10 off if you stop by her studio this Sunday! They’ll take your child’s thumbprint in wax, cast it in sterling silver, and have it ready for pick-up (or shipping) by Friday, May 6, in time for Mother’s Day! Just $86 for a personal, precious gift. What: Mother’s Day Special from Sahlia Jewelry |
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| 4 | Get Your Indie Wine & Food On If you haven’t been, the Portland Indie Wine & Food Festival is a must-attend event! PIWFF features some of the city’s most talked about restaurants, like Nostrana, Clyde Common, St. Jack and Metrovino, plus “An Indie Winemaker Review,” with wines from 51 Oregon winemakers. It’s fun, it’s fabulous, and there are unlimited samples. (Yesss!) What: Portland Indie Wine & Food Festival |
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| 5 | Derby Day at Blitz Ladd! Spend Derby Day at Blitz Ladd for an epic afternoon of Mint Juleps, horse “wagering” to benefit the Red Cross, costumes, and general ridiculousness. It’s the most exciting two minutes in sports! Prizes include hats from Bonnet, gift certificates to Blake and Under U4 Men, a Moto Kitty bag, a private rum-tasting from Deco Distilling, and a case of Pirates Booty. What: Derby Day at Blitz Ladd |
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| 6 | Der Rheinlander Open House Experience a “Taste of the Rheinlander”! Enjoy live music, tour of newly remodeled restaurant, and dig on complimentary beer & wine and tasty appetizer samples like Dungeness crab strudel, gorgonzola cheese & honey bruschetta, and Swiss cheese fondue. The kids will love food and a balloon artist. You can even meet Horst Mager, the Rheinlander’s founder! What: Rheinlander’s Open House & 48th Anniv. Party |
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| 7 | Celebrate Mother's Day... in the Woods! Brunch is nice. Flowers work. But what Mom really wants is a peaceful, beautiful getaway. Mention Portland Picks when you book at Mt. Adams Lodge (just 2 hours NE of Portland) and save 35% on cabins and rooms! Mom can hike, sit by the fireplace with a glass of wine, and relax on 80 gorgeous acres. Gift certificates available! What: Mother’s Day Getaway Specials |
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| 8 | Taste Washington—in the Pearl! The ultimate wine & food experience comes to Pure Space in the Pearl District this Sunday! Taste Washington features 100 Washington State wineries and top Portland restaurants for a unique wine tasting. Sip amazing wine from Washington's finest wineries and sample savory bites from a variety of restaurants. Visit tastewashington.org for tickets & info. What: Taste Washington: the ultimate wine & food experience |
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| 9 | Taste of the Nation on Monday! It’s an epic long weekend for foodies! Portland’s hottest chefs, restaurants, wineries, breweries and mixologists will contribute their talents to Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Portland, the city’s premier culinary benefit. We’re talking 50 restaurants, 20 wineries and 11 breweries, and 100% of ticket sales support Share Our Strength’s efforts to end childhood hunger. What: Taste of the Nation Portland |
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| 10 | The Williams-Sonoma is Reopening! Williams-Sonoma’s 23rd Avenue store is reopening this weekend! It’s an all-in-one resource for quality kitchenware, fine home furnishings and design services. Stop by for demonstrations by SodaStream and Shun Knives, sample tastings of Salt & Spice popcorn, pickled fruits, jams, coffee flavors, and more, plus a demo by Naomi Pomeroy of Beast at noon on Saturday! What: Williams-Sonoma reopening |
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| 11 | Spring-Cleaning Sale at Le Train Bleu This weekend is Le Train Bleu’s spring-cleaning warehouse sale! Score amazing deals with $20, $40 and $80 racks—discounts up to 80% off. Amazing clothing for men & women from Trois Petit Points, YMC, Rachel Comey, Vanport Oufitters, Humanoid, Chris and Jaime, L'affaire, Dear Creatures and Suzabelle at amazing prices, plus accessories and new spring arrivals. Fantastique! What: Le Train Bleu Warehouse Sale |
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