Country music star Tanya Tucker will perform at 7:30 p.m. June 9 at the Brit Music and Arts Festival in Jacksonville, Oregon. Born in Seminole, Texas, Tucker had her first country hit, the classic “Delta Dawn,” at the age of 13 in 1972. Since that auspicious beginning, Tucker has become one of the most admired […]
Caption: “Birch Woods” by Andrea Traphagen Woodland, Washington artist Andrea Traphagen paints her original watercolors and acrylics in vibrant hues…taking you from fantasy worlds to old world to current times. With the stroke of a brush and a vivid imagination, Andrea’s vision takes you into a world of mermaids, dragon flies and old growth forests. […]
Dancin Vineyards in Southern Oregon overlooks the Rogue Valley with views of Table Rocks and Mt McLoughlin. The vineyard offers several different seating areas to enjoy Burgundian-style Pinot noirs and Chardonnays along with Barbera, Sangiovese, Syrah, Zinfandel and Port-style wines. Dining on fresh foods from the local farm and artisan community complement your wine tasting […]
Photo caption: Twig hair flies on a sculpture at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale. By Greg Johnson Visitors will find Troutdale a pleasant launch pad for jaunts to this historic downtown, nearby McMenamins Edgefield and the Columbia River Gorge. Troutdale is the gateway to the historic Columbia River Highway, the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood […]
Photo caption: Glampers staying at Roam Beyond’s Kalaloch site on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula can spend the night listening to the sounds of the pounding surf and chirping birdsong in an eco-friendly, solar-powered camping trailer. Credit: Homegrown Trailers. Dear EarthTalk: I was never keen on tent camping but I hear that the new “glamping” trend takes […]
Photo caption: As its name implies, Double King amaryllis brightens up any room with double blossoms of burgundy-red and can have up to a dozen flowers. Photo credit: photo courtesy of Longfield-Gardens.com By Melinda Myers Let amaryllis fill your home with flowers for the holidays and keep the blossoms coming all winter long. When you plant […]
Photo caption: Catherine Stemper of Beggars Tomb Silver Portland Saturday Market kicks off its 47th Season Feb. 29-March 1 under the Burnside Bridge. Guests will enjoy local handcrafted art, a plethora of exotic food , and lively musical performances. Portland Saturday Market is the largest continually operating outdoor arts and crafts market in the nation. […]
Today, visitors are seeking travel destinations with tour operators and experiences that respect the local environment. The community of Juneau offers both with a number of tour operators and attractions committed to environmentally-friendly practices, making it a sought-after destination following the rising trend of sustainable tourism. Gastineau Guiding Company made a commitment to practice sustainable […]
The Portland Spring Bazaar will be held in conjunction with America’s Largest Antique and Collectible Show March 7-8 at the Portland Expo Center. The Portland Spring Bazaar will have over 200 booths with eclectic, upcycled, crafters, artisans, garden items and DIY services and products. For information: http://portlandspringbazaar.com/
AK Brews Cruise is “hopping” onto the scene in Juneau with a new way to explore Juneau’s fast-growing craft beer market. This locally-owned-and-operated tour started up in May of 2019 and appeals to guests with the triple threat of beer, seafood, and scenery. The owners, DeeAnn and Justin Fuller, were both born and raised in […]
