Five on Friday: September Edition

September: Supporting Communities, Home Projects, and Fall Celebrations

It’s September! Time to say goodbye to the summer and hello to fall. Here are five items we’re tackling, excited about, and celebrating this month.

1. The Eagle Creek Fire. It’s already consumed enough heartbreak and we don’t want to dwell on it, so instead we’re helping take action to support the communities affected, the firefighters and first responders, and the Gorge itself. The are three ways to get started:
  – “Here’s Where to Eat, Drink, and Donate to Support Eagle Creek Fire Relief Efforts”, Portland Monthly Magazine
  – Follow Friends of the Gorge.
  – Follow the Red Cross Cascade Chapter
2. Hit Refresh: We’re bringing in a few new plants into the fold to help clean the air inside. Our favorites: placing a potted lavender plant in the bedroom and a peace lily in the living room.
3. Project #1: It’s that time to take advantage of the cooler, sunny days and check your home and make necessary repairs. From replacing old weather stripping to removing dead branches to cleaning and repairing gutters, it’s best to tackle your home’s fall maintenance list before the rains arrive.
4. Celebrate Fall: Looking for an activity to get you in the fall spirit? Visit Philip Foster Farm in Eagle Rock for their Fall Harvest Cider Squeeze on September 16 or Sauvie Island’s numerous farms to enjoy their fall harvest.
5. Project #2: If you haven’t heard yet, Equifax, a major consumer credit score provider, was cyberattacked. If you haven’t checked yet to see if your information was impacted by this security breach, please take a moment to do so. Also, this has served as a good reminder to protect your information online. It’s not as much fun as picking apples with family and friends, but, it’s an important task to take care of ASAP.