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Jun 30,2008
Pearl Animal Hospital to Open
by pdxdog
We are so excited to learn that Pearl Animal Hospital is opening (hopefully) in September in the Pearl District. The practice will be located in the Pinnacle Building , right near the Fields —how perfect is that location! Dr. Courtney Anders is the vet opening the new practice, and it so happens, she is Ellie's vet (my dog) and comes to the Pearl from Raleigh Hills Vet. She wants to listen to community needs, play a role in the community and offer the best dog medicine around. She loves animal denistry. pdxdog.com is very excited about this news. Stay tuned for more information!
posted at 07:21 PM
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Jun 30,2008
General Automotive Building Converted to Office & Retail Space
by pearlgirl
HomeStreet Capital, one of the Northwest's oldest commercial real estate lenders, has provided $10.2 million in construction financing for conversion of the General Automotive Building in Portland, Ore., from a vacant warehouse to office and retail space. Financing was arranged by Gregg Weed of HomeStreet Capital through HomeStreet Bank portfolio funds. Additionally, a seismic loan was provided by the Portland Development Commission. The project will utilize historic tax credits. The General Automotive Building is located on the Park blocks at the intersection of NW Park and NW Flanders. The site is being developed by Rob Brewster, president of Northwest-based ConoverBond Development , which owns, manages, leases and develops property. Brewster has renovated a dozen older buildings ranging from hotels to student housing in Spokane, Seattle and Washington DC. This is Brewster's first project in Portland. The warehouse was built in 1923 and currently consists of one two-story and one
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Jun 30,2008
08-09 Season Tickets On Sale at PCS
by pearlgirl
Have you seen the lineup for the 08-09 season at Portland Center Stage??? Become a subscriber today! We signed up for the flex-pass option last season and highly recommend it if you can't commit to particular dates. Here's the scoop on the flex-pass:A FlexPass is good for eight admissions to any play, in either theater, in the 2008/2009 season. Just decide your seating preference and the day of the week you wish to attend when purchasing your FlexPass. When you want to redeem your tickets, call the PCS Box Office with the performance date and time and number of tickets in your party and you'll receive the best available seating in your area. Then pick your tickets up at the will call window the day of your performance. Enjoy all the benefits and discounts of a full subscriber, with extra flexibility. Hope to see you at the theater!
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Jun 30,2008
Internationally Known Plastic Surgeon Joins the Pearl Women's Center
by pearlgirl
For over 20 years, Dr. Richard Bensimon has been one of the most sought after board certified, plastic and reconstructive surgeons on the East coast, but beginning this July he's trading it all in for our Northwest lifestyle and a new home at Pearl Women's Center. "This is very exciting news for the center," explains Medical Director, Dr. Richard Rosenfield. "Our patients have been asking about bringing plastic surgery to the center for some time, and attracting a surgeon of Dr. Bensimon's caliber is a real testament to our community." Dr. Bensimon attended medical school at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. After graduating with honors, he completed his surgical residency at the prestigious Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. He placed his private practice on hold for a year to serve as the surgical director of a refugee camp hospital on the Thailand-Cambodian border. Upon his return to New York, he completed an in-depth plastic surgery fellowsh
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Jun 30,2008
Recap: Open, Shut, Re-Opened + More
by pearlgirl
If you've had a hard time keeping up with the changes in the Pearl business landscape lately—you're not alone. Here's a recap of what's opened, shut, re-opened and more... Phoenix Rising: Open, Shut and now re-opening: Bishop's Salon (NW 10th & Everett) will reopen as Bishop's Barber Shop . Manzana Rotisserie (NW 12th & Glisan)has closed, but will reopen as Palomino . The redesign of the space is aggressive and my guess is that they'll reopen very soon. Nau Apparel closed , and its assets were purchased by Horny Toad. Nau garments will be sold at Lizard Lounge (NW 13th & Irving), Horny Toad's Pearl District apparel store. On the way out: Bella Moda Designs (NW 11th & Lovejoy) Out of Gray (NW 11th & Marshall) Relocating: Relish (433 NW 10th) is relocating to much larger digs at NW 18th & Lovejoy. Chicago Title will relocate from the RiverTech Building (13th & Lovejoy) to the Lloyd Center.
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Jun 29,2008
Last Call for Alcohol...
by pearlgirl
Believe it or not, the OLCC has relaxed its rules on alcohol delivery. Oregonians can call their local grocer and schedule same-day delivery of wine and/or beer in unlimited quantities. Not so fast—orders must be placed by 9 a.m. and delivered by 9 p.m. New Seasons is now on speed dial...
posted at 07:15 PM
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Jun 28,2008
On the foie gras front...
by shooter
Another restaurant was targeted by animal rights activists for serving foie gras, Alberta Street Oyster Bar and Grill. Though I don't think you can call the protest a "success". Before they got started, the owner of the restaurant greeted the protesters and informed them that the foie gras had been removed from the menu. It turns out the removal was part of a strategic shift to shop at local farmers markets, and not a philosophical alignment with the protesters.Ten01 may get another visit since foie gras has returned to the menu due to customer demand. It seems that more than restaurateurs like foie gras. Since customers demanded the item return to the menu, can we now expect protesters to target individuals entering the restaurant?
Read the story in Willamette Week .
posted at 05:23 PM
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Jun 27,2008
MAX: The Next Generation
by pearlgirl
The fashion forecast for Fall 2008 is modern, sleek, and sexy. That's right. TriMet is pimping your ride with 22 new Siemens "S70/Avanto" light rail vehicles. This model is currently used in Houston, Texas; San Diego, California; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Paris, France. An improved interior layout leaves space for eight more seats per train plus additional standing room. While existing MAX trains can carry up to 428 riders, the new trains will be able to carry 464. Comfort and safety upgrades A new rear-view camera system will enhance the operator's field of vision and help improve visibility at night. The cameras have sensors that switch from color to black-and-white in low-light conditions. The new trains are expected to brake and stop more smoothly than existing MAX trains. The new trains have modern, aerodynamic styling with rounded corners and a sloping front end. Trains will be about seven feet longer, but will still fit within existing MAX
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Jun 27,2008
The Other Shoe Has Dropped
by pearlgirl
We've heard rumblings about two pending business closures, but were asked to keep it hush hush . Today, via Portland Picks , Bella Moda Designs (11th & Lovejoy) announced that it will not renew its lease. A liquidation sale is planned July 1–31. We'd like to wish Catherine the best of luck on future endeavors. Meanwhile, we're waiting for the other shoe to drop—confirmation that another shoe boutique will close its doors. Stay tuned.
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Jun 26,2008
Hot Ticket: Antony and the Johnsons
by pearlgirl
Antony and the Johnsons in concert with the Oregon Symphony , conducted by Nico Muhly , and part of the 2008 Time-Based Art Festival September 5, 2008 at 8:30 pm
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall Starting at 10 am on Friday, June 27, 2008 PICA will begin a special MEMBERS ONLY pre-sale for tickets to see Antony and the Johnsons in concert with the Oregon Symphony, conducted by Nico Muhly as part of the 2008 Time-Based Art Festival. Available to the general public on July 11th, 2008, tickets range in price from $20-$75 and seating is assigned. Not a PICA member? Join now to to be the first to buy your tickets and receive the discounted member price. You can also become a member by calling 503-242-1419. If you already are a PICA member, but have not received an email from PICA with your secret member password and ticket-link please call us at 503.242.1419 x237. *Please Note: This special performance is only included in the Patron Pass. To purchase a Patron Pass ($500 / $2
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