Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the sublime to the ridiculous, check in here for crunchy bits of info you’ll love to munch. By the way, much (but not all) of our delicious Popcorn comes from articles we’ve posted on our Facebook page. If you’re on Facebook, please stop by and “Like” us and we’ll keep a fairly-constant-but-not-frequent-enough-to-be-annoying stream of these coming to your virtual door!
Help XRAY-FM “do more”… much, much more
XRAY.FM has made a big splash in Portland’s music, politics, and arts communities in just 5 years, but the theme for their pledge drive (going on now) is “Do More.” They’re delivering already, because XRAY just purchased Righty AM-talk station KUIK! They’re running filler now while they decide what to run full time, but they’ve trained an army of production talent and will be creating all new content, like this new video that describes the mission of the station at 5 years. We’ll keep you posted as we can tell you more, but PLEASE take a few minutes, and a few dollars, to support or become a member of this Portland gem. In a very few weeks you’ll be very proud you did!
Tax Day 2019- Where Your 2018 Tax Dollar Was Spent
Knowing that “taxes are the price of a civilized society” doesn’t make it any easier to pay them when they come due. But where does your ‘contribution’ go each year? This report from the Institute for Policy Studies breaks down the percentages and then digs a little deeper into the headline numbers. It also has some nifty memes if the reality of how our money is being spent makes you angry enough to need them.
Five Campsites You Can Bike to From Portland Without Suffering
From Willamette Week- “You don’t need to go far outside of Portland to take in Oregon scenery by bike. You don’t have to be willing to endure intense elevation gains or high-mileage rides, either. We’ve compiled a list of five campsites that are bikable within a day from Portland public transit stops. All of these routes are on paved roads, or have the option to avoid dirt paths so you don’t need a mountain bike, and none of them are punishing. Each is accessible to beginners, but still scenic enough to satisfy more seasoned riders.”
The Moreland Farmers Market returns in May
One of the most ‘neighborhoody’ things about Sellwood happens every year, and is about to start again for 2019. On May 1 at 2p, the Moreland Farmers’ Market returns to its location across from Wilhelm’s Funeral Home on SE 14th. It’s a tiny little street festival celebrating local farms, local foods, and local crafts, complete with music and fun for the whole family. We can tell you more, but this article on “Radical Shopping Therapy” will tell you precisely why the Moreland Farmers Market is much, much more than you expect. The Moreland Farmers’ Market is every Wednesday from 2-7p from May 1 through Oct 30. Make your plans to be there!
