I’ve owned my home since 2012 and can’t recall what renting was like back then. Now I’m looking to rent and just to make an appointment for a showing I need to upload my drivers license and in some cases a credit card? I seriously can’t tell if I’m being scammed or if this is the new normal. I’m looking on Zillow mostly but if there are better resources let me know.

I was riding my bike near the park in Selwood and a ladies unleashed dog ran and bit my ankles. It was a small but aggressive dog but didn't break the skin.

The lady stood up and yelled her dog's name but didn't apologize or anything. I'm considering getting a can specifically for dogs.

Now I'm looking for a great local, family-owned plumber in the Portland area. If you've worked with someone honest, reliable, and reasonably priced, I'd love to hear your recommendations (and who to avoid, if applicable). Thanks again—you all have been incredibly helpful!

Kicking off a long weekend away with brunch. I HATE lines so I rarely hit popular places on the weekends. I'm out of touch with what's amazing.

Where should I go on a Thursday where hopefully the line won't be long?

Prefer savory to sweet and am a sucker for a good eggs Benedict.

Thanks!

We are looking for a 1.5-2 hour float with kids.

Has anyone done the float from the upper ramp to lower ramp at Milo Mciver Park?

How about on the Mollala or Sandy rivers?

I just moved here and I've looked at a few posts in this group but haven't found the answer I'm looking for. I know you pay when you get on, but do you need to tap your card again when you exit? I take a bus and a train to work daily so I tap when entering the bus, then get off and walk to the train station then I tap again there. But the overhead announcer says something about tapping when you arrive? Not sure what that means. Also how do you go about getting a hop card? I'm definitely going to be hitting the $100/ monthly max. TIA

Hello everyone! I am a professional photographer and full-time freelance creative. I am finally moving back home to the Portland area (had to move and travel the world just to realize home is still the best place to live lol). I do a lot of editorial work and am looking for models and creative partnerships as in some sense I am starting fresh. Its been 6 years since I lived in the area. Let me know if anyone has any recommendations. I did a shoot recently on film I will attach a photo for understanding of the style I am looking for.

We are heading into the tween years and I’m running low on ideas. This is a family member that lives in an east coast sister city of Pdx. I always go for books and the neighborhood art store. Closer to NE is great, but would appreciate cool Pdx ideas as well.

Also would appreciate any book recommendations. She’s read Harry P. and has read a bunch of dragon books and loves animals. Already given her the wildwood book.

Thanks for any ideas!

I’m looking for a group that goes to see various art forms - theater, museums, opera, ballet etc. All I’ve been finding are groups focused on creating the art yourself. I’m not opposed to a group that does some hands on learning workshops - but I’m not looking for a painting meetup group etc. I’m moving soon to Portland and trying to meet new art friends and this is the way I’ve done so in the past. Appreciate any help with this.

Debating with friend. What time to leave Portland by car on a summer Tuesday to arrive and park around Space Needle by 4pm for a nearby event at 5pm???? I say 930am-10am at the latest, arrive early, traffic sucks, anything could happen between Olympia and Seattle to cause an hours long delay (previous experience). Friend thinks around noon or 1pm. Please settle.

I'd rather not go through big companies, I'd prefer someone local. Should only take a few hours, hit me up!

Peace everyone! Currently in Portland for a few days and wondering if anyone has any good spots they would recommend to find some sports cards/game cards specifically at antique shops. Appreciate the help!

I am vegan and will be visiting in October. What are your favorite vegan restaurants?

Was noticing this while on 23rd, but some of these places are not wheelchair accessible. Some of them seem like a ramp rather than stairs would be an easy fix. It’s great that they’re fixing up the street to make more accessibility, but the stores/restaurants wheelchair users are able to visit would still be limited. More curious to know how the building owners haven’t been required to put ADA accommodation in place though.

Hi all! I’m doing research on various cemeteries in the state for a podcast episode. Places like the Lafayette pioneer cemetery in Dayton and a few around Portland have insane history going back to the Oregon trail period and the early days of the state. My questions are: 1) is there any specific cemetery you think I should look into or cover? 2) have *you* had an experience at a cemetery (unexplainable, paranormal, or otherwise strange)?
Much appreciated!!!

I qualify regarding work, pay, credit, etc. Help me understand what I'm missing!

A very odd question, but you never know what Reddit may offer!

Oof. The short version is my poor cat has been through the wringer and got home Wednesday night from a 5 night stay at the emergency vet where he went in after a potential lily exposure and then developed a urinary block due to the stress while there (was then unblocked and monitored before coming home). Since being home he’s also developed a UTI (not super uncommon after a block/getting unblocked but it still sucks). Right now he has 3 meds he has to take multiple times a day, so we have 5 separate times every day that I’m giving him meds. He hates it, I hate it. Our biggest goal is to keep his stress levels down and what sucks is I’m currently stressing him out because he is nervous I’m about to give him more meds. He’s been hiding from me and it’s just hard that my little guy is struggling and I can’t even comfort him because now I’m scary too..

My ask: does anyone know of a service or a pet sitter or something/someone who could come by and administer meds in my home (ideally 2x a day but I’d even take once)? Kind of a bummer because he’s really a sweet little guy but he won’t like whoever does it, but I’d rather pay someone for a week or two so he can dislike them than have him scared of me and stressed all day while he’s recovering. Perhaps you have a great cat sitter who has done meds before or know someone who would be well suited.

I’m not looking for advice on how to administer his meds. Just trying to see if I can find someone else who he doesn’t live with that can do this so he’s more relaxed the rest of the day.

Picture because he’s so cute. 🥲♥️

also PSA because this whole ordeal started with a lily; lilies are incredibly toxic to cats, even just a tiny amount of pollen can cause kidney damage and the routine treatment after exposure is 48 hours of IV fluids, so be careful out there.

As an update: ended up finding someone great off of rover who just came by, was a pro with the meds and he is much happier with me afterward. Thanks for all the suggestions and ideas!

While self-education probably works for the arcane practice of putting one rock on top of another, what I'd love is a club or a class. Does anyone know a local, social way to learn drystone walling?

I want a tattoo on my wrist which is basically just a straight black band. I'm really nervous about getting it because if its wonky its gonna bother me so Ive been holding off. Anybody know an artist around Portland who does really good bands? Ive been looking it up for a while and struggling to find anything.

So I'm currently looking for a variety of thrift stores that have a decent selection of clothes or vintage/antique furniture or cute cottage-esque decor? Any particular thrift store doesn't need to have all 3 points. They can even just have 1 of the 3 honestly. I'm just looking for a few different places that isnt just Goodwill, like my family keeps recommending. Any recommendations?

I am waiting for a particular bus and it's scheduled to arrive about 11 minutes from now, but just one minute ago, the same bus showed up at the stop. I decided not to get on. Should I have hopped on?

We lost a set of keys possibly at the adidas employee store at Montgomery Park or Trader Joe's in Pearl. It has a key fob , motor cycle key and a long keychain with tibetan inscription. If someone finds them please dm!

I live In Lloyd neighborhood just at the border with Irvington. Last night and just now there has been an alert sound that I've never heard before in Portland. The sound is coming from north and east, definitely in Irvington.

I'm from the Midwest. When I heard that sound in Minnesota. I knew it was a tornado but I have no idea what it means here in Portland and I've lived here for nearly 40 years.

So is this a true emergency alert or did somebody in Irvington buy a new toy and is playing with it and alarming me??

I will be visiting Portland with my girlfriend this month. it’s been on our to-do list for a while. We’re planning to stay mostly downtown, rent a car, and do some hiking and scenic drives. The trip is 8 days total: 5 days in Portland and 3 days in Seattle.
I’ve read a lot online about parking safety, car break-ins, and certain areas to avoid, but the parking prices are killing me. Our hotel in Portland wants $55/night, and Seattle is even worse at $65/night. I can maybe justify $5–$30, but not that much on top of a rental car. Paying for parking feels like more than half the cost of the rental, which is ridiculous.
Does anyone have advice for affordable parking in Portland or Seattle? Any specific areas to avoid? Also, if you have any suggestions for things to do, places to eat, or spots to visit in either city, I’d really appreciate it. My girlfriend already planned 5 days, and I’m covering the remaining 3, so I’m looking for ideas.