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Dec201008

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More BIG Savings in Our December Issue!

Once again, you’ll find a wealth of fabulous coupons and deals in our December issue , including several great bargains on toys and gifts for the holidays! It’s a perfect opportunity to save money and support some wonderful local businesses! (To find out how shopping locally benefits the entire community, read this month’s online article, The Joys of Buying Local .) Here’s what you’ll find, and where you’ll find it: OMSI Science Store: Take 20 percent off your total purchase in the store or online. (Page 19) Lakeshore Learning: Get $5 off your purchase of $25 or more; $10 off your purchase of $50 or more; or $15 off your purchase of $75 or more. (Pg. 21) Thinker Toys: Save 20 percent on one regularly priced item. (Pg. 21) Learning Palace: Get 15 percent off all regularly priced items. (Pg. 23) The Old Spaghetti Factory: Free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. (Pg. 35) Tidee Didee: Receive 1 week free with 4 prepaid weeks of diaper service. (Pg. 5) World of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry: Get a free initial exam for kids under 2 years old. (Pg. 13) Clowns Unlimited: Take $25 off any order. (Pg. 51) North Clackamas Aquatic Park: Get a free Big Surf Swim Session with a paid session. (Pg.13) ECOMAIDS: Save 10 percent on gift cards of $100 or more. (Pg. 19) You can also save $20 ON ALL GIFT MEMBERSHIPS TO OMSI and ENTER TO WIN A 1-YEAR MEMBERSHIP TO CLUB SPORT when you click on the rotating banner ad at the top of our home page!

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Sep201020

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Get the MOB Mentality

Back in 2007, when we ran a feature on local moms who had started their own businesses, we were surprised to find so many entrepreneurial souls nurturing businesses as they nurtured their families. Back then, Portland Mamas, Inc. (now The Power MOB , for “ M om- O wned B usinesses”) was a relatively new organization with a very new concept – to encourage moms who own businesses to network and share resources and support. These days, The Power MOB has members throughout the Portland metro area and beyond, from individual proprietors to the owners of multi-million-dollar corporations. On Wednesday, the organization is hosting its annual Makings of a MOB Conference , and we’re proud to be counted among their sponsors. The full day of workshops and networking opportunities will offer attendees insight and advice from experienced business owners representing a wide range of industries; tips on seeking and securing publicity for your business; advice on how to balance a business and a family; opportunities to connect with some of the most influential business owners in the area; and much more. (There’s cool swag, too!) The conference is this Wednesday, September 22, but there’s still time to register . Whether you’re an experienced business owner or just thinking about launching your own biz, you can get a lot of great information and make a lot of great connections at the Makings of a MOB Conference! WHEN: September 22, 9 am to 5 pm. WHERE: University Place, 310 SW Lincoln St. HOW MUCH: $125 Power MOB members/$175 Non-Members. WHERE TO REGISTER: HERE! If you do attend, don’t forget to apply for the Power MOB’s Scholarship to Success , a comprehensive package of services and products to help one lucky mom-entrepreneur flourish as a business owner, woman and mother. And in case you were wondering, the number of local moms opening their own businesses shows no sign of winding down. That’s why this year, we’re focusing solely on local moms who design and market exceptional gear for babies and new moms in the Best in Baby Gear reviews in our annual Your Baby and You Issue, due out next week.

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Aug201011

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Last Chance to Vote for Family Favorites!

If you haven’t voted in our annual “Family Favorites” contest yet, DO IT TODAY ! Sunday, August 15, is the last day to voice your opinion – and be entered to win a fabulous Family Fun Package! Here’s the scoop: Every year during July and August we ask our readers to tell us about their favorite family-friendly destinations and businesses. You let us know where your family loves to eat, shop, hike, celebrate, exercise and more. As a reward, one lucky voter, chosen at random, wins a Family Fun Package including a $50 gift card to the winning restaurant (the “Happy Highchair” winner!), the books “Out & About with Kids Portland” and “Best Hikes with Kids Oregon,” and the DVD “Portland at Play.” Don’t keep those wonderful local businesses a secret! Cast your votes today ! We’ll reveal the winners in our September issue.

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Aug201009

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Idaho’s Snake River stretch thrives as a destination

Local recreation-oriented businesses say this 14-mile stretch of river has gained stature as a destination for both locals and tourists.

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Jun201028

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Arts Advocacy Update 136: A 50 Cent Fall in Raleigh

The content below is from Americans for the Arts’ Arts Watch email blast of June 23, 2010. (Subscribe to it here.) South Carolina: Legislature Overrides Some of Governor’s Budget Vetoes Bloomberg Businessweek, 6/18/10 “Technical schools, public libraries, and health programs were saved from Gov. Mar …

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Jun201020

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Jackpot Records: Strike musical gold

Jackpot Records proves that a music store is not an antiquated way of purchasing the latest hit single. With its sheer quantity of music, ranging from obscure limited-edition vinyl records to the most popular group of the moment, you will find what you are looking for and more.

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Jun201013

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Lone Fir Cemetery: A reflective journey through Portland s past

Lone Fir Cemetery gives visitors a chance to walk through and see Portland s past residents from major businessman and former mayors to the everyday citizen. Cemeteries are not only places for thought and reflection of those who have passed away, but great cemeteries offer a chance to see the history of a city through those who lived before you.

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Jun201010

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Noun: A simply amazing shop for inventive gifts

Noun is a beautifully understated shop in southeast Portland. Sharing its space with the delicious Saint Cupcake, it is also a sweet stop if you need a gift to amaze. With an innovative blend of antiques, local art and curiosities of all shapes and sizes, you can find that perfect something for that special somebody.

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Feb201023

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Smith & Bybee Wetlands

What’s to Love:  Despite being sandwiched-in between some nasty industrial businesses, Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area is an excellent family-biking destination with several options for family fun.  You may just need to hold your breath every now and then. Luckily, this heavy industrial area is covered with some of Portland’s best parks (e.g. Kenton,

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Feb200801

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Bullwinkle’s Family Fun Center

What’s to Love: Bullwinkle’s is actually a family-style restaurant, which is located within the confines of the “Family Fun Center.” It appears to be all one business to me,… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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Nov200718

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Oregon Zoo

What’s to Love: Of course, there is an underlying debate of whether or not zoos are a good or bad thing. I’ve been to some zoos where I felt the integrity of the entire business was… [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

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