Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

New chapter for local creamery: Alpenrose sold its Clackamas dairy operations to Plant Based Innovations, preserving about 35 local jobs and supporting the regional dairy supply chain that Oregon City shoppers rely on -- learn more about the acquisition.

Regional bond powers land conservation: Metro spent $2.4 million on a 120-acre farm near Oregon City to restore it, with access limited for early work and a 1920 log cabin and mill remnants on site -- see what's planned for restoration.

Prizes, financial guidance, retail expansion: National Geographic's Earth Month sweepstakes is live, SoFi's campus tour runs through April, and Floor & Decor has opened a new Clackamas store, bringing fresh options close to Oregon City -- read the full roundup.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Smashburger and suds: This week, Arch Bridge Taphouse delivers rotating taps heavy on local pours, an OG Smashburger that actually lives up to the hype, and occasional beer takeovers and live tunes. Easy spot for a low-key catch-up or a solo victory lap.

Dial in your space: Family-owned Homelife Furniture keeps it local with American-made custom and solid-wood pieces, plus Oregon-made finds, so you can skip the endless scroll and bring home something built to last. If you’ve been meaning to upgrade the sofa or finally choose that dining table, consider this your gentle nudge.

Game night, but better: Madison Taproom keeps 16 rotating taps pouring and a cooler stocked with beers, ciders, seltzers, and sodas, plus pinball, classic arcade games, a 22-foot shuffleboard, board games, jukeboxes, and a partially shaded patio. Easygoing hang, local vibe, and just enough snacks to fuel another round this week.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🖼 Landscape Acrylics @ Soulflags Art Community Center | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:30 PM – Consider this your low-stress art night: easy-to-use acrylics on canvas, a new landscape every month, and every brush, canvas, and color waiting for you. You paint, you chat, you pretend it was intentional. Leave with wall-worthy scenery that didn’t come from a big-box aisle.

📚 Día de Los Libros Celebration @ Oregon City Public Library | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:00 PM – If your kid’s bookshelf needs a refresh, the library’s Día de Los Libros celebration brings storytime, snacks, and a free book, all celebrating literacy across languages and cultures. Small on purpose, so snag one of just 24 spots for ages 2-11, pre-registration encouraged.

🥕 Summer Market Season Opening Day @ Clackamas Community College | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Summer market season kicks off with new hours, 9am to 1pm every Saturday starting May 2. Translation, you can sleep in, still snag the produce, and gossip over coffee. Grab a tote, sunscreen, and best small talk, the produce is fresher than our sarcasm.

💐 Mother’s Day bazaar @ Redland Grange | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Grab a tote and swing by Redland Grange’s Mother’s Day bazaar for The Fabric Lady of Oregon’s treasure trove of bolts, notions, patterns, yarn, and premium miscellaneous. Let mom claim first dibs, then pretend you’ll finally finish that project the basket has been guarding.

🥕 Happy Valley Farmers Market Season 15 Kickoff @ Sunnyside Church (Clackamas) | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and hit Happy Valley’s Season 15 kickoff, freshly crowned Best of the Rose City. 130+ vendors, live music, breakfast you didn’t cook, and produce that actually tastes like something. Pets, neighbors, and smug tomato talk encouraged.

☕ Ladies Tea/Brunch @ Ainsworth House & Gardens | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Brunch is brewing with a proper ladies tea spread, scones, and conversation you do not have to mute. Think cozy table chatter, clinking cups, and treats that did not come from a drive-thru. Wear whatever makes you feel like you run the committee.

👠 Cinderella @ Krayon Kids Musical Theatre Company | Saturday (5/2) at 2:00 PM – Whether you raised kids on Disney princesses or just need a wholesome palate cleanser, Krayon Kids brings Cinderella to the Barclay in Oregon City with music, magic, and plenty of heart. Bring the grandkids, enjoy real talent, then debate pumpkin-to-carriage mileage over dessert.

Set on 2.21 private acres in Oregon City’s Fieldstone neighborhood, this 6,300-square-foot, 4-bed residence showcases sweeping Mount Hood views, park-like grounds, and indoor-outdoor flow. Expansive windows and multiple fireplaces anchor flexible gathering spaces. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath and generous closets, plus an office, oversized bonus room with wet bar and balcony, exercise room, and an in-ground pool.