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What to Do in Oregon in June

Astoria celebrates ‘Short Circuit,’ the rodeo ropes Sisters, and a Sasquatch fest stomps through Glide.

8:30am By Rebecca Jacobson and Portland Monthly Staff

From the Archive

Dude, Where’s My Accent?

From 2013, a linguist’s take on Portland English: ‘Why the California Vowel Shift may have us all by the tongue.’

05/27/2026 By Chris Lydgate

Events

Don’t Miss These Annual Oregon Coast Events

Sandcastles in Cannon Beach, chainsaw art in Reedsport, and kites in Lincoln City.

05/26/2026 By Margaret Seiler

In Short

Hot Takes on Portland’s Latest News

Real news in small packages.

05/26/2026 By Brooke Jackson-Glidden

Food History

The Thai Chinese Diaspora in Dishes at Portland Restaurants

Nong’s, Khao Moo Dang, and Yaowarat, and more show off the multicultural origins of beloved Thai classics.

05/26/2026 By Alex Frane Illustrations by Michael Novak

Cinematastic

Portland Outdoor Movie Guide

Open-air showings in and around Portland this summer include The Mandalorian and Grogu at the drive-in and Wicked, Zootopia 2, The Princess Bride, and Cool Runnings at local parks.

05/22/2026 By Margaret Seiler and Portland Monthly Staff