The Timbers' Success

It's been a banner year for the Portland Timbers, and they have a chance to put the perfect finish on it. Already up 3-1 after a victory in the first leg of the Conference Championship against FC Dallas, the Timbers are just 90 minutes away from a chance at the cup.

The Portland Art Museum

Portland is known for its burgeoning arts scene, and the Portland Art Museum is almost a work of art in and of itself. It's the oldest art museum on the West Coast and on the U.S. National Registry of Historic Places.

Playwrite

This Portland-based nonprofit gives children and teenagers a chance to explore and grow their creativity. That is certainly something to be thankful for.

The Music Scene

Portland continues to be a hub of creativity and musical expression. From the Aladdin Theatre to the Crystal Ballroom there are plenty of venues to catch live music

Photo via the Aladdin Thater's Facebook page

Lloyd Center Ice Rink

Strap on your skates and take a spin. It's the perfect diversion while shopping at the Lloyd Center

U.S. Military

At a time when concerns about terrorism are real and mounting. Recent attacks in Paris, Mali, and Beruit killed hundreds. The deterrent to those attacks is the work of the United States Armed services around the world and the efforts by domestic law enforcement in the U.S.

Damian Lillard

Blazers fan may not have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving, but they do have Damian Lillard. Even after a turbulent offseason mired with departures, Lillard remains the team's cornerstone and should speed up another rebuild.

Legal Weed

We may be more relaxed than the typical American this Thanksgiving, and have more of an appetite, thanks to the passage of Measure 91 and early sales of recreational marijuana.

Pioneer Courthouse Square

From this season's Christmas tree to farmers markets and from charity events to concerts, it's no surprise that Pioneer Courthouse Square is also known as "Portland's Living Room"

Image via the official Pioneer Courthouse Square Facebook page.

The Northwest Film Center

The Northwest Film Center is home to the Northwest Filmmakers Festival and hosts many screenings every year. It's the perfect place to catch a lesser-known flick.

Image via the Northwest Film Center's website.

Oregon Food Bank

We have a tendency to focus on the hungry and most needy around the holidays, but the Oregon Food Bank and other groups work year around to help those in need of the most basic -- food to eat.

Children's Museum

A perfect way to keep kids stimulated, entertained and trick them into learning on a day off from school! With exhibits on the Blue Man Group, a clay studio and a treehouse adventure, it's a great resource for families.

Mt. Hood

It's time once again to dig out the old skis and parka from the back of your closet and head down the mountain. Mt. Hood is one of the best ski areas in the country—and in the whole world.

Craft Beer

What better way to celebrate this holiday season than with a delicious beer. We've got plenty of craft breweries to keep our taste buds happy, from Rogue Ales to Breakside Brewery, and everything in between.

Biking to Work

Biking to work is the best. It saves you money on gas fees and can help you ditch those pounds acquired from your Thanksgiving feast. Luckily, Oregon is the sixth best state in America for bikers, according to the League of American Bicyclists.

Broadway Books

We love our books, and so does Broadway Books. The local bookstore offers plenty of pages for you to read, and great literary events on a recurring basis.

Image via Broadway Book's Facebook page

Fests and Festivals

There's nothing Portland loves more than a good festival. From music festivals to beer expos, theres always something to celebrate.

Wildwood Trail

Nestled away in Forerst Park, the Wildwood Trail is a diamond in the rough. With more than 30 miles of wooded trails and than 112 bird and 62 mammal species, you might forget you're in the City of Portland.

Image via Forest Park Conservancy's Facebook page

Flannel

This trend has lived and died several times in other cities, but it's always had a home here. 

Image via Wikimedia Commons

Food Carts

Ahhh, food carts. There's at least one for every kind of cuisine in the imaginable, they're cheap and they're delicous. Plus they tend to be open late. What's not to love?