It seems like every bike ride brings a new discovery. It’s just so easy to explore new and interesting cool places in the Portland area by bicycle. Last month I took a really fun bike ride of firsts. It once again reminded me why I love living in Portland so much and how much the area has to offer if …
Mt. Tabor Park – Urban Sanctuary and Retreat
View PostHunting for Mid Century Moderns
View PostStreetcar to Montavilla
Montavilla is bustling. Every time I walk down Montavilla’s commercial strip on SE Stark Street I notice changes. New eateries, new pubs, and new businesses. The streets are busy, parking is getting harder to find, and the sidewalks are full. Streetcar Neighborhood: Montavilla is one Portland’s “Streetcar Neighborhoods.” Portland is famous for its pocket neighborhoods, each with their own unique …
The Colorful Fabric of Buckman
Buckman is one of Southeast Portland’s historical, fascinating and popular neighborhoods. I recently took a walking tour of Buckman with Positively Portland Walking Tours. As always on one of these tours, I gained a greater appreciation for the neighborhood. We spent a little over two hours meandering the area gawking at what Eric Wheeler calls eye candy and absorbing the …
The Streets of Ladd’s Addition
View PostMid Century Moderns of Reedwood
Last Friday I had the pleasure of joining Eric Wheeler of Positively Portland Walking Tours on another of his fabulous tours. This time I visited the Reedwood neighborhood to take a look at some classic mid century modern homes (MCM’s). The Reedwood area is a little neighborhood just north of Reed College starting at SE Steele Street and west of …
Places in the Neighborhood – Tilikum Crossing Video
Watch this beautiful video of Tilikum Crossing during a lighting test. I can’t wait for this bridge to open!
Mt. Tabor Video
Mt. Tabor Morning! Beautiful.
Places in the Neighborhood – Christmas Edition: Peacock Lane Christmas Lights
Check out this nice video of Peacock Lane in all its Christmas glory. You should go check it out. PS. If you’re lucky, it will be a car-free night.
