Dearest Readers,

In the independent spirit of ’76, the 76th Portland Picks will be a different sort of Picks altogether.

We want to take advantage of this holiday weekend to regroup and reinvest in what makes this experiment in exploring Portland and promoting woman-centered businesses in this area work so well.

We are asking you to help us with the following…

Consider what parts of Portland Picks are the most useful, entertaining and essential to you as a reader. What elements aid you in getting what you want from Portland and life?

Are there aspects and enterprises in Portland that we are neglecting? Would you like to read more about area activities, upcoming art shows, or business opportunities? Let us know what you crave so that we can seek and find and explore these areas with you.

Do you know about a new shop, business, service or scene that would be of interest to our readers? As many minds at work to make Portland Picks serve the community it celebrates, the better!

For the past 75 issues, we have been shocked and amazed by the wonderful and supportive readers who not only respond and react but also give us a heads up about what is coming around the corner.

Thank you so much for all that you have done to make our jobs easy, exciting and so rewarding.

Here’s to the next 75 issues,
Happy Independence Day!

XXOO
Portland Picks