Where to Find a Warm Thanksgiving Dinner in Portland (Even If You’re Not Cooking This Year)
Thanksgiving is almost here, and if you’re not planning to cook this year, you’re in excellent company. Portland shines in the fall, and this city knows how to put on a comforting, welcoming holiday meal. Whether you’re dining solo, gathering with a friend or two, or simply avoiding the mountain of dishes, there are plenty […]
Fall to Early Winter Eye Care
With daylight savings just behind us, the darkness is arriving a lot earlier, and you can just feel winter heading our way. Now, most of us think about adding layers or finding the right gloves. Heck, I ordered a wool stocking cap today for my dog walks, and that’s not a summer thing (the cap […]
Top 10 Halloween Experiences You Can Book Now
Get ready for a scare‑tastic season. Below are ten standout Halloween events around the Portland metro area, each with a live link to reserve your spot. Some are heart‑racing, some more chill, so pick your level of fright accordingly. And after running my own haunted house out of my basement last weekend (for my kids […]
The Science of Seeing Color: Why Portland’s Fall Foliage Pops Differently for Everyone
When most people think of fall, they picture leaves crunching underfoot, pumpkins glowing on porches, and Thanksgiving inching closer. Here in Portland, the leaves are still clinging to their branches, just barely, but the pumpkins? Oh, they’re already taking over every doorstep and grocery store entryway. I always know when fall’s really arrived, though. And […]
Spooky Style: Start Your Halloween Look with the Right Frames
It’s not quite October, but Fall is officially on and those crisp, Fall holidays are brewing. And as Halloween approaches, most people’s focus is on costumes, candy, and carving pumpkins, yet there is always one accessory that doesn’t always make the list when piecing together the perfect spooky-season look: your glasses! Regardless of whether you’re […]
Still Patio Season—But Fall’s in the Air (and Your Eyes Know It)
Sure, the sun’s still going strong here on NE Broadway. People are soaking up the last bits of summer: lounging on patios, sneaking in a dip at Grant Park Pool, maybe hitting the river one (or a few) more times. But we’re already seeing the signs: cooler mornings, backpacks back on sidewalks, and that first […]
Back-to-School Vision & Style Guide: Clear Sight, Smart Looks for the Year Ahead
It’s hard to believe it can happen so fast. Heck, summer was just arriving here the other day, right? However, school is indeed back in session, and there’s never a better time to make sure your child’s vision is ready for the year to come. Whether they’re starting kindergarten or the first year of high […]
Sunglass Savvy: How to Keep You Stylish and Safe in Portland’s 98°F Heatwave
It’s 98 degrees in Portland right now—you already know that, but your eyes may need the reminder. This heat isn’t just about sweating through your shirt or wondering if your steering wheel is made of lava; your eyes are taking a beating, too. That squint you’ve been doing all day? Not a good long-term plan. […]
Eyes on Broadway Named Best Eyewear Shop for the Tenth Time!
We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Eyes on Broadway has once again been voted Best Eyewear Shop in the Willamette Week 2025 Best of Portland Readers’ Poll! This marks our tenth win since 2014 (only missing a year during the COVID pause), an incredible milestone made possible by you, our loyal customers, and our talented […]
💦 Portland’s Best Swimming Holes (and a Few Tips If You Wear Glasses)
Let’s be honest. When summer finally shows up in Portland, actually shows up, not that two-hour tease in early May, it hits hard. One minute you’re sipping cold brew with a hoodie on, the next you’re sticking to your bike seat and swearing the air is made of soup. And when that heat arrives, there’s […]