Better News
 Vol. 3 No. 4
 
 
 
 
 
Greetings!
 Energy Trust Better Living Show, March 26-28, 2010, Portland Expo Center
Staying in town for Spring Break this year? We've got plenty of unique and entertaining programming for wisdom seekers, gardeners and families. As the mom of one very active 3 year old + a new baby, I'm especially pleased with the terrific activities in PGE Planet Kids this year.  
 
The warm Pacific Northwest weather has given Michael and me an early dose of spring fever. Makes us eager to see what visions are shaping up in the specialty gardens this year.
 
After you visit Gardens Gone Wild, I'm sure you'll want to learn how to grow your own beautiful backyard oasis. Oregon State University gives you tips in just a few minutes with their 10 Minute University sessions at the show. Just 10 minutes...now I think even I can fit that in, in between diaper changes!
In This Issue
PGE Plant Kids Packed with Fun
Innovation & Native Plants on Display in 2010 Feature Gardens
A Lot of Learning in a Little Time

Radio Disney AM 1640

USA Pears & Radio Disney bring Oregon Adventure to the Better Living Show!
 

Radio Disney AM1640 will be on-site at the Better Living Show with the hottest hits from Radio Disney.  Get connected with cool prizes, interactive games and enjoy fun for the whole family.  For more information about Radio Disney, log onto
www.radiodisney.com.

 

Radio Disney AM 1640 Portland is a 24/7 radio station devoted to kids, tweens and families. Kids help pick the music that is played and are encouraged to interact via a toll-free line to the Radio Disney studio.

 
 
Portland Family magazine 

Family. Everyone has one. Whatever your definition of "family"

constitutes --children, parents, siblings, partners or friends -- we highlight stories that support meaningful family living. Each month, in every issue, you'll discover the smart, funny, challenging, rewarding and always entertaining moments of relating. We love Portland and all it offers in terms of beauty, education and recreation. We're proud to be part of this community. For events, offers, insights or conversation, we invite you to become part of our family: become a fan on facebook, follow us on twitter @portland_family or visit
www.portlandfamily.com
 
Portland Family magazine
 
 
Care2 - make a difference

On Care2.com, enjoy thousands of simple, practical tips for living a healthier, greener life. From healthy recipes to health and wellness tips, Care2's expert advice will help you enhance your life.

Portland General Electric
 
 PGE Planet Kids Packed with Fun
Win super cool prizes in the 
PGE "Bright Ideas" Contest
 
PGE Planet Kids is a fun place to explore, discover and create! PGE, Radio Disney and other partners bring to life an activity space packed with daily stage shows, music, hands-on activities, storytelling and nature displays. All activities, including show admission, are free! 
 
Much loved storyteller Anne-Louise Sterry weaves her tales inside a giant 60' salmon tent. Animal dress-up parades precede each story session.
Mad Science performs Energy to Share--an entertaining, energetic look at the attributes of electricity. And Portland author Lauren Davis reads Giggles the Green Bean turns Stinkytown into Greentown.
 
MORE FAMILY ACTIVITIES  
  • Youth Fashion Show on Saturday, March 27 at the Better Living ShowYouth Fashion Show
  • Seminars for your Kids
  • Run for the Cheetah
  • Clifford the Big Red DogĀ® to appear in the American Family Insurance booth
Innovative Back Yard Building debuts at Better Living Show
 Innovation & Native Plants on Display in 2010 Feature Gardens
 

What if you could have the convenience of a home office or work studio - but without all the distractions? Be one of the first in the Northwest to experience the innovative, energy-efficient Back Yard Building surrounded by a lush and calming garden.

 

Think "City" and "Farm" can't go together? You'll be surprised by the creative landscaping solutions on display in Gardens Gone Wild.            

 

Come and see great plant & design ideas for welcoming beneficial wildlife into your landscape. Retreat from the outside world into a back yard oasis.

 
A Lot of Learning in a Little Time
OSU Brings 10 Minute University™ to Show 
 
Oregon State University Extension ServiceThink you don't have time to go back to college? Well, this year Oregon State University is making it easy to pick up tips from experts without ever leaving the show floor.
Stop by the OSU booth for a 10 Minute University™ class. No cramming for tests or all-nighters here. Just some great information you can put to use immediately to improve your home and garden!
 
While you are at the OSU booth, get a hazelnut engraved with a one-of-a-kind laser that can escribe text and logos on fruit, veggies and nuts. Maybe we'll be saying goodbye to those produce stickers soon!
 
For more in-depth exploration of green home, garden and business topics check out the extensive offerings in this year's OSU Seminar Series.
All the best,

Michael O'Loughlin & Stephanie Frisch
Blue Ocean Events
 
 
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