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Summer Has Arrived–Explore PDX!

Friday, July 9th, 2010

With the sun finally peeking through the clouds, be sure to make the most of living at Cyan/PDX by exploring what our central location has to offer on foot and by pedal!

Looking for a new hike? Portland Oregon’s Hiking Network offers reviews of popular hiking routes, maps, and even connects you to other hikers in the area.

If you’re hoping to dust off your bike, head to BikePortland.org and pump up the tires. The BikePortland blog lets you stay up to date with imporant news about biking in Portland while giving you access to tremendous resources from biking culture to upcoming events to where to buy a new bike (or build your own).

It looks like summer in Portland has finally arrived. Enjoy!

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PSU Farmers Market

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Get excited for the seasonal opening of the PSU Saturday Farmers Market this Saturday, March 20. The Saturday Market is located at Portland State University in the South Park Blocks between SW Hall & SW Montgomery. Make the most of the Oregon sunshine (in any form) and head over to the market for some fresh treats.

Dates: Saturdays, March 20 through December 18

Times: 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – March thru October
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – November & December

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Social Sustainability Colloquium

Monday, March 8th, 2010

Join Portland State University for the last Social Sustainability Colloquium of the term for conversations and questions regarding what is guiding the current economy. The Colloquium is sponsored by the Social Sustainability Network and the Center for Professional Integrity & Accountability.

Friday, Mar 12. 12 noon – 2pm
Academic & Student Rec Center 
School of Social Work Room 660
1800 SW 6th Avenue, 6th Floor  
 

Click here for additional details and future events.

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Breakfast with Pets!

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

The Cyan/PDX lobby was bursting at the seems this morning with furry friends and hungry owners at the Cyan Paws Breakfast with Pets. Lexi Dog of Portland was kind enough to donate treats for the pups (and cat!) while Cyan/PDX residents mingled and munched on muffins and fruit.

If you’re a pet owner and want to connect with other animal lovers in the building, head to Cyan Paws to register your pet and connect! Looking for more Cyan/PDX events? Follow us on twitter.com/cyanpdx and keep coming back here for the latest updates.

Thank you to everyone who made our first Breakfast with Pets event a success!

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Buddha Bites–A Cyan/PDX Favorite

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Looking for a great lunch spot in the area? Head to Buddha Bites just up the street on SW 4th & Hall for mouth-watering plates. Buddha Bites prides itself on offering seasonal, local, organic choices for their Portland customers, making them (and their tasty sandwiches) a favorite in the Cyan/PDX office. As if their BLT and veggie melt weren’t enough, Buddha Bites brews their own chai tea!

Since there are so many Bites to choose from, Cyan/PDX is going to help out. This week, we’re full-heartedly behind the Grilled Club–great with either homemade Naan bread or gluten-free bread.

Head to http://buddhabitespdx.blogspot.com/ for their full menu, catering options, and more!

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NW Businesses & Climate Change Legislation

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

A handful of northwest businesses urged congress this week to approve comprehensive climate legislation, citing it as an opportunity to jumpstart thousands of jobs and support a healthier environment.

Mark Edlen,  a managing principal of Gerding Edlen, said a combination of extended tax credits and other incentives could produce thousands of jobs. In Portland alone, perhaps half of 75 million square feet of commercial office space needs to be retrofitted with efficient electrical, water and sewage systems, he said.

He proposed increasing the gas tax and dedicating a portion of it to energy efficiency projects, saying there is “a generation’s worth of work” for laborers, electricians, architects, engineers and those who arrange financing for such projects.

Continue reading The Oregonian’s coverage of Tuesday’s news conference.

Also present at Tuesdays conference were representatives from Nike, Starbucks, local unions & youthgroups, and more.

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Portland Streetcar to Receive $23.2 Million

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Congrats to Portland’s Streetcar Project for being one of the selected projects out of over 1400 applicants to receive Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) funding through the US Department of Transportation. The project will support the addition of traffic lanes, streetcar tracks, and cycling/pedestrian options throughout the South Waterfront area. Read More.

Want to take advantage of Portland’s Streetcar but aren’t sure how? Head to www.portlandstreetcar.org for updates, schedules, maps, and great ways to explore the city by streetcar. Hop on at SW 4th & Harrison from Cyan/PDX and enjoy all that Fareless Square has to offer!

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2010 Valentine’s Ball

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Looking to get Valentine’s Day weekend off to a fun start? Get your tickets for tonight’s 4th Annual Valentine’s Ball to support the Oregon Active Foundation. The Oregon Active Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit dedicated to providing outdoor adventures for those in our community that are affected by life-challenging conditions. The Oregon Active Foundation focuses on facilitating these adventures for young adults battling cancer, at-risk children in challenging situations, and members of our community with disabilities.

Grab a group of friends or invite that specal someone to join in the fun and dancing tonight. ORA will be hosting a silent and live auction with items including, but not limited to: kiteboarding lessons, “meet and greet” with Blazer Rudy Fernandez, state-wide adventure getaways, horseback wine tours, and fly fishing tours. 

When: Thursday, February 11, 2010. 7:30pm-12am. Doors close at 8pm.

Where: Crown Ballroom, 918 SW. Yamhill, 5th Floor.

Attire: Formal attire encouraged.

Cost: $45 at the door. Proceeds support the Oregon Active Foundation and the great work they do for the Oregon community.

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What’s Next For Sustainable Building?

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Dennis Wilde, principal at Gerding Edlen Development, kicks off the Real Estate Sustainability Series with a discussion of the proposed Oregon Sustainability Center. This Net Zero project is a collaborative effort to build the most environmentally responsible high-rise ever attempted, anywhere.

Join in on the discussion with a Q&A session following the program.  February 25 , Arlington Club (811 SW Salmon Street). Registration begins at 4 pm, program begins at 4:15pm.

RSVP to Kelsey at khultengren@perkinsaccounting.com or 503.221.7548.

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1859′s Take on Green Living in OR

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

On top of sharing some great crab recipes and local getaways, 1859‘s Winter Adventure Issue highlights homes focused on “sustainable design and low-impact living” in Oregon.

As if that wasn’t enough to excite Cyan/PDX, the issue introduces readers to artist and physicist, Julian Voss-Andreae and his incredible (and almost disappearing) Quantum Man. Grab the next issue you see!

Photo courtesy of www.julianvossandreae.com

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