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Frugal Portland
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Finding joy in a simple, frugal life in Portland, Oregon
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Free Entrance on Earth Day at Washington State Parks
Enjoy Washington’s best nature trails during free days at Washington parks. In 2021, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is offering outdoor... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
2021 Free Entrance Days at Washington State Parks
Enjoy Washington’s best nature trails during free days at Washington parks. In 2021, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is offering outdoor... Read more
Posted on 22 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Get a Free Auntie Anne’s Pretzel on National Pretzel Day
Do you prefer salty or sweet? The choice is yours on National Pretzel Day. Auntie Anne’s will be mixing, twisting and baking its delicious treats to golden brow... Read more
Posted on 21 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Take a Bite Out of Wetzel’s Pretzels Freebie on National Pretzel Day
Get all twisted up in this tasty treat on National Pretzel Day. Wetzel’s Pretzels is celebrating the annual food holiday with an awesome freebie. On April 26,... Read more
Posted on 21 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Portland Night Market Returns April 30
Since 2015, the Portland Night Market has centered around Portland’s creative scene. Bringing together food, culture, music, drinks and retail, this quarterly... Read more
Posted on 18 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
You-Pick Farms In and Around Portland
Freshly growing strawberries Harvest your favorite produce at Portland you-pick farms. Nothing is sweeter than picking a marionberry fresh off the vine from a... Read more
Posted on 17 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Calling All Gardeners: Load Up on Free Compost
Why buy your compost when you can get it for free? Portland Bureau of Transportation is making your spring gardening cheaper and easier with free composting... Read more
Posted on 16 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
National Park Week: Free Entrance Day and Virtual Activities
During National Park Week, April 17-25, 2021, you can explore our country’s most stunning national parks, both in person and from home. The National Park Servic... Read more
Posted on 14 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Rent an RV for Summer Vacation and Travel
Sponsored by RVshare.com Rent an RV for summer travel, as extra housing for family and guests, or as a spare office for working from home or on the road. An RV... Read more
Posted on 14 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Portland Pizza Week Serves Up $2 Slices
Photo by Eneida Nieves from Pexels. Get cheap slices at Portland’s best pizza places during Portland Pizza Week! Meat lovers, vegans, dessert fiends, and... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
2021 Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Ian Poellet via Wikimedia Commons Every spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty blooms and legacy of a plant pioneer. Th... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Leach Botanical Garden’s Aerial Treewalk Opening April 16
Photo courtesy of Leach Botanical Garden Leach Botanical Garden is a natural oasis nestled in Southeast Portland. The 16-acre estate features more than 2,000... Read more
Posted on 10 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Ride the Free Shuttle at Washington Park
Photo by TravelingOtter from Flickr. Washington Park is the keeper of Portland’s best attractions. The International Rose Test Garden, Oregon Zoo, Hoyt... Read more
Posted on 07 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Tai Chi at Hoyt Arboretum
If you’re looking for a grounding experience to bring you peace of mind, take a tai chi class surrounded by nature at the Hoyt Arboretum. Many tai chi moves... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
2021 Target Car Seat Trade-In Event
Photo courtesy of Target Every year, Target hosts a special trade-in event for shoppers to get rid of their old car seats and get a deal on new seats for their... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Farmers Markets In and Around Portland
Photo by Erik Scheel from Pexels Tis the season for farmers markets in Portland! In almost every neighborhood throughout the city, people gather weekly to buy... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Springtime Free Entrance Day at Washington State Parks
Enjoy Washington’s best nature trails during free days at Washington parks. In 2021, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is offering outdoor... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Free (and Cheap) Easter Events
Enjoy these Easter events near Portland! In case you already went all out on your kid’s Easter basket, here are free and cheap Easter events. Find an Easter... Read more
Posted on 02 April 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Watch 2021 Oscar Nominated Movies for $5 Each
Photo by Ricardo Esquivel from Pexels. Have you missed going to the theaters? Here’s your chance to get back to the box office and save big. Cinemark is... Read more
Posted on 30 March 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE -
Explore the Beverly Cleary Walking Tour in Northeast Portland
Photo by Brenda Dunn Did you know you can honor Beverly Cleary’s literary career right here in Portland? The beloved author gave us so many delightful... Read more
Posted on 29 March 2021 FINANCE, LIFESTYLE