I always look forward to this article from www.neighborhoodnotes.com. Through starting my own business and at times struggling, I have found a great appreciation for other locally owned businesses. Let me tell you something, it’s hard! So, if I can shine a little light on those new businesses in our city, then I will. And […]
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Portland Events and Festivals!
January 26th, 2012 
admin It is hard to not let the weather get you down. I definitely begin to get a little edgy this time of year when the color outside is 90% gray. Especially when I’m feeling like I need to get out of the house and do something fun! And even though it’s gross outside, there are […]
I5 Traffic Mess in North and NE Portland is the Subject of Upcoming Open House
January 19th, 2012 admin Do you ever drive South on I5 past the Portland Rose Quarter? If so you probably already know what I’m going to talk about. That area has been a clogged mess for awhile. It use to only happen at certain times of the day but now it seems that most of the time the area […]
Portland Snow is in the Forecast!
January 14th, 2012 admin As we are on the heels of another MASSIVE SNOW EVENT in Portland, I’m reminded of some decent snow we got a few years ago. We don’t see a lot of snow in Portland. It seems to me like every 5 years we get a good amount. For me personally it’s not enough and I […]
16 New Businesses in Portland in December 2011!
January 10th, 2012 admin I love reading about the new businesses that have opened up in the past month. I think it’s so important to support small local businesses but even more I am inspired by these people. Running my own business I know first hand how difficult it is and I get re-energized reading about other people in […]
Portland General Electric on Effectiveness of Clothes Machine Washing w/ Cold vs. Hot Water
January 9th, 2012 admin Here’s another great video from our very own Portland General Electric. I was surprised to find out that washing your clothes in hot water is almost always as effective as washing in cold water. The only time hot water is necessary is with wine stains! But are clothes getting clean clean? Like getting rid of […]
New Years Eve in Portland Oregon
December 28th, 2011 admin It doesn’t always have to be about real estate! New Years is just 4 days away and if you want to do something and avoid sitting at home watching the ball drop on tv, here’s a few ideas. FYI, my favorite is definitely the Stormtroopers vs. Klingons Party! Portland New Years Eve Stormtroopers vs. Klingons […]
Huge Art Sale Saturday! $40 for every piece!
December 8th, 2011 admin Such a great opportunity to get original art at an affordable price. This Saturday December 10, 2011 from 2pm-10pm: Over 250 artists, 2000+ Original Art, Live Music, and Bar. Open to all ages! This is a FREE show too! All art 8″x8″ originals are ONLY $40. Location is the Settlement Galleries in Pioneer Place Mall […]
Supportland uses reward points card system and applies it to local businesses!
November 30th, 2011 admin So let’s see. I have a Fred Meyer card, a Safeway card, and a Walgreen’s card. At one point I believe I had a handful more but I never really used them or saw any benefit from them. But wouldn’t it be cool to have a rewards card for local businesses? I just stumbled upon […]
