Keep EVERY City Weird

Posted on April 5, 2019April 5, 2019 by mariesherlock

By Marie Sherlock Most people have heard of “Keep Austin Weird” and “Keep Portland Weird.” They may even know that the original motivation for the slogan (in both cities) was to promote local, small businesses. Apparently, in a McDonald’s/Walmart/Home Depot saturated world, the concept of supporting local Mom & Pop Shops is, in itself, pretty…

Visiting Portland, Oregon: Five Reasons to Check Out the Wishing Tree

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by mariesherlock

by Marie Sherlock If you aren’t aware of this iconic Portland landmark and you’re interested in experiencing All Things Portland then you really must add it to your Portland “to do” list. The Wishing Tree is exactly what it sounds like: A towering elm where you can write down a wish (all necessary materials provided…