Museums help us explore and discover more about the world, history, culture, and art. Fortunately, there are some great museums close to our apartments in 97201. For an interesting museum with a unique theme, head on over to the World Forestry Center. This unique museum is open daily from 10 am until 5 pm. The 20,000 square foot museum re-opened in 2005... [Read more...]

One of the great events in Portland, OR that beautifully sums up the spirit of the town is the annual Musicfest NW event, rife with excellent bands, a hip sound, and a progressive soul that is part of the heart and soul of our city.  Besides the music, other draws to Musicfest NW include the excellent array of local food vendors serving their own unique... [Read more...]

There are many things to explore in Portland when you first move into your new one, two or three bedroom apartment in Downtown Portland. Among these things to explore and do finding a local doctor that meets your needs, is probably towards the top of your list. Portland hosts a range of specialist options as well as general practice surgeries, so finding a... [Read more...]

Are you looking for something fun and interesting to do with your friends and family? How about something creative? One of the popular things to do in Portland is painting classes. There are classes available throughout the city for painters of all ages and experience levels. Here are just a few great options for painting classes near your Portland apartment. The... [Read more...]

One of the great advantages of living in a city like Portland is great public transportation. One of the even better advantages of living at Cyan PDX is being close to numerous light rail stops. Not having to own a car is an amazing freedom, but it can also be an occasional inconvenience. That is why Zipcar was invented! With Zipcar you can reserve a car... [Read more...]

School=blah. That’s usually what kids think as soon as July ends and the countdown for the first day of school begins. As the countdown begins for the first day of school, you should start getting your kids prepared for the first day of school. I am sure they enjoyed sleeping in, late night snack and fun afternoons by the pool, but it’s time for them... [Read more...]

Do you need someone to get those kinks and aches out of body from all the stress you've been dealing with? Head to one of the spas in Portland for a massage. They can work out every kink and get your body back to how you like it--relaxed. Check into one of these spas near your Portland apartment today. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Source:... [Read more...]

If you love the arts, you will love the many benefits of the Portland Art Museum (PAM) . If you haven’t visited this art museum in Portland yet, you are in for a treat. Once you visit, you will probably want to come back, so why not sign-up for a membership at the Portland Art Museum. There are some wonderful perks to being a PAM member such as the free... [Read more...]

Nowadays, we are all looking for ways to go green and live a healthier lifestyle for ourselves and our planet. Earth Day is coming up on April 22, so now is the perfect time to tell you ways you and your family can go green. Turn your Portland apartment into an eco-friendly place, and check out these tips to save your green and the planet. Set your thermostat a... [Read more...]

As you already know, living in the Cyan PDX community comes with a lot of perks, including the beautiful greenery many of you are anxious to enjoy this spring. The community garden and turf, makes your Cyan PDX community the perfect place to host a cookout for you and your friends. Say “hello” to spring with a cookout with friends using these helpful... [Read more...]