Rogue Ales in Newport, Oregon is a good time, if you can find it. Tucked under the bridge, yes, this bridge…
Rogue Ales is a great place to grab lunch and indulge in one of their many craft beers. You can also tour the brewery. After spending a couple hours at the Oregon Coast Aquarium, it [...]

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So far, 2010 has proven to be a good year for music.  The Mayor is currently in Corvallis, Oregon, and last night I attended a music event at Troubadour Music Center in downtown. Three Pickin’ Chicks took the stage – Mary Flower, Cyd Smith and Jamie Stillway – three of the most amazing guitarists on [...]

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Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, Powell’s has been part of my bookstore going experience since childhood.  If you are a book lover it’s worth a trip to Portland, Oregon to visit Powell’s Books.  The original store was open in 1971, and now there are six locations around Portland.
I didn’t read much in 2009.  I started [...]

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The Mayor of HeidiTown is windblown and happy from cruising the beach while vacationing today in Newport, Oregon. She was reminded of a trip she once wrote about and decided to share the adventure with HeidiTown readers.
Looking for a relaxing get away?  No television, no cell phone – just you, a good book and a million [...]

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