THE CHRISTMAS REVELS NORTHERN LIGHTS

With the holiday season firmly upon us, you may find yourself wondering about which events or experiences to seek out and enjoy. Well, the great thing about our city is that there are a lot of options for “getting in the spirit” to connect with something greater than your credit card. Heck, I remember going […]

A NIGHT OF AMAZING MUSIC

Sometimes we stumble across a truly great show that others have been waiting years for. Well, ready and willing to admit my near criminal ignorance in not realizing just how great it would be to see Iron and Wine in concert, let’s just say I have learned my lesson! So first, let me back up […]

The Gift of Eyes

Some people paint landscapes, others animals or people. Ocularist Fred Harwin models and paints prosthetic eyes for those that have lost vision in one or both eyes. These works of art positively impact lives.    Having begun his professional career as a medical illustrator at the Wayne County General Hospital, Fred Harwin truly enjoyed this […]

Portland Valentine’s Day Fun

Whether or not you have a special someone to celebrate Valentine’s Day with this year, you can definitely take advantage of the fun brewing around town on this “all things love” holiday. Of course, there are also “anti-Valentine’s Day” events happening…for those either single or just not in the spirit. Links for both sides of […]

Boone Howard, Portland at its Indie Best

The last band I wrote about on this blog, Cat Hoch, was a discovery ala Willamette Week’s listing of Portland’s Best Bands of 2016. Nothing particularly core there, although WW is a great mag and clearly onto some excellent tunes. Still checking that list I have really come to enjoy Boone Howard, the former frontman […]

PDX’s Third Rail to Live Screen No Man’s Land from London

For all of you theatre fans, and even those of you that don’t normally “go to the theatre,” a real treat awaits just around the corner. Beginning December 22nd, at Portland’s bastion of culture, Third Rail, a live screen showing of Harold Pinter’s classic No Man’s Land will begin showing. Slated for viewers on the […]

Cat Hoch, A Great Portland Band

Along with an exploding restaurant scene, Portland, Oregon has long been a place that produces great bands. At one point, I was even part of the “Portland band scene,” getting to witness and play with some great ensembles. Yet now I am happily married and the father of two great little kids. Thus, I just […]