Tiny house workshop
Interested in the tiny homes that are becoming more popular? The Tumbleweed Tiny House Company is presenting a workshop on the small footprint homes June 16-17 at Governor Hotel in downtown Portland.
Pedalpalooza
Portland’s Pedalpalooza is 3+ weeks of bike fun, including 272 different events. Whether your bicycle interests lean more towards bike polo and family-friendly bike in movies or naked bike rides and pub crawls, Pedalpalooza’s got you covered.
London’s Brilliant Parade
The Royal family is kind of the Kardashian clan of England. They keep us entertained with their public weddings, private scandals and peculiar lives so we don’t have to think too hard about our own. And for that, I am eternally grateful.
What to do in the garden this summer
What should you do in your vegetable garden in June and July? Find out in this class at Portland Nursery by Donna and Robyn of Your Backyard Farmer.
St. Johns Farmers’ Market opens
The St. Johns Farmers Market opens Saturday June 2 at 9 a.m. The season kicks off with local music, cooking demonstrations, and of course—food from local farmers.
Tantalizing tips for TP
I’ve been thinking about TP a bunch lately. Those new commercials with women seriously discussing the TP selection process have affected me deeply.
The allure of leather
I have two fave utility items I use around the house, which I will go into some other time. But I may be adding a third item to that “love it!” list. Meet my new little friend: top-grain leather lacing.
Memorial Weekend in the Wine Country
What better way to spend your three-day weekend than enjoying the many wineries that the Willamette Valley has to offer?
Pullet days
Pullet Days at Portland’s Pistils Nursery is a not-to-be-missed event. Come see the pullets (hens that are less than a year old) and maybe even start your own backyard brood. Pullets are perfect for backyard chicken keepers because you get the fun of your own eggs without the hassle of caring for fragile chicks.
Newport Home and Garden Show
Visit dozens of vendors showcasing the latest in home and garden accessories at Newport’s Home and Garden Show this weekend.
