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Goose Hollow [http://www.portlandonline.com/oni/index.cfm?&a=58379 (PDF Map)]acquired its distinctive name through early residents’ practice of letting their geese run free throughout the wooded hollow. Today, Goose Hollow is one of Portland’s most amiable neighborhoods, a laid back alternative to other West Hills communities. Former Mayor Bud Clark’s Goose Hollow Inn (1927 SW Jefferson St.) serves as the neighborhood’s most popular gathering spot, where crusty longtime Portlanders mingle with yuppies over microbrews and shrimp sandwiches. |
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'''Arlington Heights''' is a [[Portland, Oregon|Portland]] neighborhood of grand houses and some of Portland’s most renowned parks, such as the [http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/finder/index.cfm?action=ViewPark&PropertyID=200 Japanese Garden]. |
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The neighborhood is physically and culturally connected to adjacent Downtown and the dining, entertainment and shopping opportunities of that district are a quick walk from Goose Hollow. Also close-by is the <a target="_blank" href="http://trimet.org/max/index.htm">MAX</a> light rail line, which provides easy transport to the airport and the rest of the city. Goose Hollow has several parks, including <a target="_blank" href="http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/finder/index.cfm?action=ViewPark&PropertyID=841">Washington Park</a>, where one can catch the Wildwood Trail and spend the day wandering through the woods. Nature, excitement and community make Goose Hollow a great place to live. |
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Revision as of 20:16, 28 June 2006
Goose Hollow (PDF Map)acquired its distinctive name through early residents’ practice of letting their geese run free throughout the wooded hollow. Today, Goose Hollow is one of Portland’s most amiable neighborhoods, a laid back alternative to other West Hills communities. Former Mayor Bud Clark’s Goose Hollow Inn (1927 SW Jefferson St.) serves as the neighborhood’s most popular gathering spot, where crusty longtime Portlanders mingle with yuppies over microbrews and shrimp sandwiches. The neighborhood is physically and culturally connected to adjacent Downtown and the dining, entertainment and shopping opportunities of that district are a quick walk from Goose Hollow. Also close-by is the <a target="_blank" href="http://trimet.org/max/index.htm">MAX</a> light rail line, which provides easy transport to the airport and the rest of the city. Goose Hollow has several parks, including <a target="_blank" href="http://www.portlandonline.com/parks/finder/index.cfm?action=ViewPark&PropertyID=841">Washington Park</a>, where one can catch the Wildwood Trail and spend the day wandering through the woods. Nature, excitement and community make Goose Hollow a great place to live.
Schools
Elementary Schools
Ainsworth Elementary School 2425 SW Vista Dr.
Middle Schools
West Sylvan Middle School 8111 SW West Slope Dr.
High Schools
Lincoln High School 1600 SW Salmon St.
Statistics
Parks
- Hoyt Arboretum - 4000 SW Fairview Blvd.
- Japanese Garden - SW Kingston Dr.
- Vietnam Veterans of Oregon Memorial4000 SW Canyon Rd.
- Washington Park - Head of SW Park Pl.
- Washington Park - International Rose Test Garden - 400 SW Kingston Ave.
Neighborhood Organizations
Arlington Heights Neighborhood Association meets each November. Call 503-823-4288 for details.
Arlington Heights Neighborhood Association is a member of Neighbors West/Northwest
External Links
- City of Portland
- PortlandConnected - A community site, including information about Portland neighborhoods, schools, restaurants, arts and culture
- Portland Public Schools
- Portland Parks and Recreation
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