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		<title>Choose Local Visa Bus Spotted on Hawthorne Blvd</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2011/01/choose-local-visa-bus-spotted-on-hawthorne-blvd/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:49:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Sant</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The number 14 Hawthorne Blvd bus was spotted with a Choose Local Visa billboard! Look for more of these buses around town. Thanks to PortlandisBetterTogether.com for making this happen! If you spot any, please send us a picture, contact us.]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.chooselocal.org/wp-content/uploads/bus14wCLvisa.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1000" title="bus14wCLvisa" src="http://www.chooselocal.org/wp-content/uploads/bus14wCLvisa-300x245.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="245" /></a>The number 14 Hawthorne Blvd bus was spotted with a Choose Local Visa billboard! Look for more of these buses around town. Thanks to <a title="PortlandisBetterTogether.com" href="http://PortlandisBetterTogether.com" target="_blank">PortlandisBetterTogether.com</a> for making this happen! If you spot any, please send us a picture, <a href="http://www.chooselocal.org/contact/">contact us.</a></p>
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		<title>Congratulations to Brigitte Schultz, our September Winner!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:34:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Michael Sant</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Brigitte Schultz won a One night's stay at The View Point Inn in Corbett Oregon. She won by tossing the dice at our booth at the recent Fremont Street Festival! See, it pays to Choose Local!]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.chooselocal.org/wp-content/uploads/Brigitte-Schultz.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-992" title="Brigitte Schultz" src="http://www.chooselocal.org/wp-content/uploads/Brigitte-Schultz-224x300.jpg" alt="" width="224" height="300" /></a>Brigitte Schultz won a One night's stay at <a title="The View Point Inn" href="http://www.theviewpointinn.com/" target="_blank">The View Point Inn</a> in Corbett Oregon. She won by tossing the dice at our booth at the recent Fremont Street Festival! See, it pays to Choose Local!</p>
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		<title>Pier 11 Boutique</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/11/pier-11-boutique/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:06:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This boutique, located right on the Astoria river walk, offers handmade garments and accessories - designed locally and made in Nepal. Some of the proceeds are donated to the Happiness Orphanage in Nepal. Everything in the shop is warm, brightly colored, and creative. Pier 11 Boutique77 11th StreetAstoria, OR 97103 (503) 338-3831]]></description>
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		<title>Terra Tones</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/11/terra-tones/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:21:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Terra Tones carries jewelry and decor for the imaginative soul! Explore this shop for all your holiday and gift needs. Find an assortment of candles, figurines, accessories, and locally made jewelry here. Terra Tones1153 Commercial StAstoria, OR 97103(503) 325-5548]]></description>
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		<title>Nepal on Exchange</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:39:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Nepal on Exchange is the place to go for sustainably created, fair trade clothing made in Nepal. Part of the proceeds go back to orphanages and charities in Nepal. Liven up your wardrobe with their beautiful supply of brightly colored, cheerful goods.Nepal on Exchange1421 Commercial StAstoria, OR 97103(503) 298-0991]]></description>
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		<title>Bronze Koi Beads</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/11/bronze-koi-beads/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:38:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your community based bead store featuring artwork by local artists! Get lost in the many aisles of glass, stone, wood, and ceramic beads. Bronze Koi Beads offers beading classes, so you can make your own jewelry on site! Bronze Koi Beads951 Commercial StAstoria, OR 97103(503) 325-2669]]></description>
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		<title>Rusty Cup Coffee House and Beanery</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/11/rusty-cup-coffee-house-and-beanery/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rusty Cup is the place to go for reasonably priced coffee, sandwiches, bagels, smoothies, and baked goods! Enjoy the intimate setting, friendly baristas, and a myriad of delicious espresso drink options. Rusty Cup Coffee House and Beanery1213 Commercial StAstoria, OR 97103(503) 325-8265]]></description>
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		<title>Hall of Records</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/10/hall-of-records/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:21:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hall of Records in the Belmont district is a cafe and bar with fabulous night life. DJ's play nightly at 8pm, and on Fridays you can sign up to DJ for 30 minute sets! Hall of Records3342 SE Belmont StPortland, OR97214(503) 546-0892]]></description>
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		<title>I Heart Retro</title>
		<link>http://www.chooselocal.org/2010/10/i-heart-retro/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:15:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I Heart Retro is a vintage store in the NE Broadway district, with a large array of vintage furniture, housewares, clothing, and records. I Heart Retro1726 NE BroadwayPortland, OR 97232(503) 287-3764]]></description>
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		<title>The Slammer Tavern</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:11:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>lily</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Slammer Tavern is located in the Buckman neighborhood. Get 2 for 1 Super Chili Dogs with your Choose Local Card! Hurry in, because deals are subject to change at any time. The Slammer Tavern500 SE 8th AvePortland, OR 97214(503) 232-6504]]></description>
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