Delivery, Drop-off, Eco Drycleaner, Indigo, Pick-up, Sustainable Practices

New Dry Cleaning Schedule: Eco Drycleaner will now be picking up and dropping off items between the hours of 6:30am-9:00am.
Indigo has partnered with Eco Drycleaner in offering a sustainable dry cleaning service right at your doorstep! Simply drop off your dry cleaning with your concierge and pick up your order as you are arriving home. Eco Drycleaner offers free pick up and delivery for Indigo residents! Sign up today!
Downtown, Entertainment, Evenings, Ferris Buellers Day Off, Flicks on the Bricks, Free, Fridays, Fun, Jaws, July 30, Muppets Take Manhattan, Oregon, Outdoor Movies, Pioneer Square, Portland, Sixteen Candles, Three Amigos

Who doesn’t miss the days of drive-in movies? Most younger folks these days never even had the chance and what a bummer. The old drive-in screens turned to rust or were torn down ten plus years ago. Despite these odds, Portland brings you it’s own outdoor movie night in the heart of downtown Portland-Pioneer Square. Jump on this opportunity while you can- Flicks on the Bricks brings you free fun in downtown Portland. Enjoy free movies on the Square brought to you by Smart Park each Friday at Dusk with Three Amigos showing July 30.
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Photo Courtesy of Henry’s Tavern.
Portland! There’s a reason this festival attracts so many brewers and beer-lovers alike! It’s huge! Never attended? You can start with a smaller purchase of tokens to ensure your time is well spent. Simply walk down the aisles and begin looking for that first sample to stimulate your beer-tasting experience. Before you know it, the options don’t seem to end and your desire to try a few more will quickly set in.
Now, don’t go over board too quickly as the festival lasts all-day and the weather is supposed to be hot! As the afternoon progresses, the crowd begins to cheer and rapidly- the sound crawls along the waterfront like “the wave”. Yes, the cheers go down the line and the shouts continually grow. After-all, we are talking about brew-fest. Just know that this is a good opportunity to expand your taste for beer and try tastes you might otherwise not try anywhere else or during any other time of year. Cheers!
The Oregon Brewers Festival is being held today- July 22 through July 25, 2010. Thursday through Saturday, taps are open from Noon to 9 p.m. On Sunday, taps are open from Noon to 7 p.m. Token & mug sales cease one-half hour prior to the taps closing.
Awareness, Community, Enjoyable, Family Farms, Fresh Produce, Healthy, Local, Oregon, Organic, Outdoors, Portland, Portland Farmers Market, Sustainable

Photo Courtesy of Portland Farmer’s Market.
The Wednesday market at Shemanski Park is held downtown at the north end of the South Park Blocks between Salmon & Main. Held May 5 through October 27 from 10am-2pm. This market is located in Portland’s beautiful park blocks and provides for a lovely outing or lunch options for those living and working in the downtown area. Enjoy local produce, eat healthy, support the local economy, encourage awareness, become part of your community, think sustainability, and live a conscience life.
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“The Oregon Brewers Festival is one of the nation’s longest running and best loved craft beer festivals. Situated on the west bank of the Willamette River, with towering Mt. Hood as a backdrop, it is the ideal venue for anyone who loves craft beer. With a laid back attitude and scores of award-winning beers, the festival reflects the essence of the city of Portland”. Find out more from the Oregon’s Brewfast!
The Oregon Brewers Festival is being held July 22 through July 25, 2010. Thursday through Saturday, taps are open from Noon to 9 p.m. On Sunday, taps are open from Noon to 7 p.m. Token & mug sales cease one-half hour prior to the taps closing.
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Photo Courtesy of Portland Farmer’s Market.
Mondays: Portland Farmer’s Market at Pioneer Square held June 21 through October 25 from 10am-2pm. Beyond being a tremendously enjoyable activity, attending and purchasing local products boosts the economy and provides support for your fellow community members. Enjoy local produce, eat healthy, support the local economy, encourage awareness, become part of your community, think sustainability, and live a conscience life.
The Monday Market at Pioneer Courthouse Square is located between SW Broadway & SW 6th and SW Morrison & SW Yamhill.
Birthday Celebration, Downtown Portland, Local, Organic, September 17, Sustainable, Sustainable Apartments, West End, Whole Foods

Whole Foods 30th Birthday Party, Just Around the Corner from Indigo!
Whole Foods Market turns 30 today- September 17th, and the birthday bash isn’t to be missed! Stop in for cake, prizes, sales, and more throughout their birthday weekend, Friday September 16th-Sunday September 18th.
Downtown, Entertainment, Evenings, Ferris Buellers Day Off, Flicks on the Bricks, Free, Fridays, Fun, Jaws, July 23, Muppets Take Manhattan, Oregon, Outdoor Movies, Pioneer Square, Portland, Sixteen Candles, Three Amigos

Who doesn’t miss the days of drive-in movies? Most younger folks these days never even had the chance and what a bummer. The old drive-in screens turned to rust or were torn down ten plus years ago. Despite these odds, Portland brings you it’s own outdoor movie night in the heart of downtown Portland-Pioneer Square. Jump on this opportunity while you can- Flicks on the Bricks brings you free fun in downtown Portland. Enjoy free movies on the Square brought to you by Smart Park each Friday at Dusk beginning July 23rd with Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.
Bar, beer, clam chowder, Cocktails, Delicious, Dinner, Entertainment, Fire Pits, Fun, Games, grill, Late Night, Lunch, music, Outdoor Seating, patio, Restaurant, salads, sandwiches, soups, swings, tap, wine

How’s about dining out on swings? Sounds interesting, right? East Burn- a good place to kick back with friends and sway while you eat. There is both indoor and outdoor seating options; many of these include swings that hang table-side. The outdoor patio also includes tables with fire-pits as your centerpiece (please note: the outdoor patio allows smoking).
Last week I managed to fit in a feast while dining at East Burn and it was worth it. Let me just say-Elk Meatloaf Sandwich- served on pugliese with slow roasted tomatoes and baby arugula dressed with champagne vinaigrette (Oh yum). I will be back for the meatloaf sandwich before you know it.
The good food didn’t stop there, I also indulged in a side of clam chowder that was equally brilliant. You see- I am a huge fan of clam chowder and all types of Seafood. This was due to my adolescence when I grew up digging clams clams in Sitka, Alaska during the summer. My grandfather and I would go out in the early morning when the low-tides hit and scoop up large clams right beneath the surface. When our buckets were filled to the brim, we would haul the clams indoors and helped grandma get to cooking. By afternoon and high-tide, we had a huge batch of fresh clam chowder that would melt in your mouth. Some fun facts to throw out there while offering a good piece of where to eat when you want to sway!
Alternatives, B-Line Delivery, Dave's Killer Bread, Downtown Apartments, Fresh Produce, Indigo @ twelve|west, Reduce, Reuse, Reycle, Sustainable Urban Delivery
Photo courtesy of B-Line Delivery.
B-Line Delivery brings fresh fruit to us every Monday morning. B-Line specializes in sustainable urban delivery for the urban core. Today we recived a delivery of fresh oranges by bike. Why not gather together as a business and take advantage of the sustainable alternatives surrounding us? Why not have your daily office needs delivered by bike? Start a compost at your workplace? Get rid of paper-cups and purchase mugs to share? Provide multiple recycling receptacles so folks don’t have a convenient excuse to rid things in the trash? Think local, organic, and sustainable.