Holidays
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and good food. But in the busy scramble of cooking and hosting — especially here in the Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA area — it’s easy to overlook one uninvited group of guests: pests. At PestLock, we know that the combination of cooler fall weather, food, and…
As the holiday season approaches, residents of southern Washington find themselves surrounded by a unique blend of natural wonders, community spirit, and cultural richness. In the midst of the festive cheer, it’s essential to take a moment and reflect on the many blessings that make this region special. From the majestic landscapes to the warmth…
Christmas Ships Parade hristmas Ships Parade is full of various-sized boats, all lighted up with different Christmas themes. The routes around the Vancouver area differ depending on the dates, so check out their calendar to see when the ships will be coming closest to you along the waterfronts. Ships start running on the 2nd of…
Hello and Happy Holidays to all of you! Growing up I used to sing old songs with my dad on road trips for hours in his old Ford pickup. I remember scrolling through the old radio channels to find the perfect song to sing to and to this day we still do it,…
Independence Day is right around the corner and everyone is getting ready for all the activities happening throughout the Portland Oregon and Vancouver Washington area. If you still need to make plans be sure to visit these local websites for what is happening near you. Vancouver’s Fireworks Spectacular This Monday Fort Vancouver National Historic Site…
Martin Luther King Jr. was a leader in his own making. His speeches have been heard around the world, impacting all of those who have listened to them. Where we now find inspiration, began when one man chose to speak against the popularity of his time by sharing what he believed in. His words are…
There is something inside each of us that speaks new beginnings at the start of every new year causing us to want to refocus, commit to new goals, strive to achieve old ones or simply make a list of all the things we want to check off for the year. Often, we think of achieving…
There is something about Christmastime that is magical and set apart from any other holiday. Outside of children running to the Christmas tree first thing in the morning and sharing a Christmas dinner with family and friends, Christmas is a time when many gather to enjoy different events over the holiday break and after the…
Native American Heritage day is always on the Friday following Thanksgiving. This year for 2021, Native American Heritage day is November 26th in the United States. The official legislation was signed into law on October 8th, 2008. This day honors American Indians across the nation celebrating their culture, traditions, heritage, and the many contributions they…
This year, 2021 is bringing back all the scares with a wide variety of events throughout the Portland metro area. Whether you’re looking to do something as a family, friends or as a date you will be sure to find something that settles your ghostly hunger. Here are just a few that we recommend this…
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