HELLO 2024! We welcome in the new year and all of the resolutions that come with it! Maybe you are hoping to read more books, or eat healthier, or get stronger — whatever the resolution, these local businesses can help. Supporting your neighborhood business district not only gets you closer to your goals but also positively impacts your community and their dreams. Together we can make lasting change, so let’s get the ball rolling with a few ideas:

  • Beaumont: Get moving this year over at Village Fit in Beaumont, a strength and conditioning gym that offers small group classes along with personal training. And if you are ready to try something new, sign up for a class at Aerial Dance to turn your world upside down!
  • Central Eastside: What better way to take care of one’s mind, body, and spirit than checking out one of Portland’s best spas? Knott Springs offers a wide variety of treatments like an exfoliating shower, saunas, hot springs, cold tubs, and so much more all with a stellar view of the PDX skyline.
  • Foster: Practice self-care and take on new adventures in 2024! Whether you’re rehabbing an injury or just need some relaxation massage, mabodywork offers deep tissue work, cupping, acupressure, and more! Find them on the second floor of the Historic Phoenix Pharmacy Building. Downstairs, Foster Outdoor occupies the first floor and has all the gear you need for your outdoor adventures—skis, camping supplies, hiking boots, clothing, and other new and consigned items.
  • Hawthorne: Setting home renovation goals for the year? Hankins Hardware is the perfect place to kick-start any projects you have in mind for your home, office or shop!
  • Lents: Get more exercise, explore the city, AND give back to good causes by visiting NW Pro Gear in Lents. They are ready to help you get on a bike and get out into the world. With 10% of their net sales going to non-profits, you can meet multiple new years resolutions all at once.
  • Lloyd: Invest in your own personal fitness by getting one-on-one personal training at the Lloyd Athletic Club. This inclusive-focused gym offers a range of classes, training, weights, and machines to help you achieve your goals. And if you like to push yourself with group workouts, check out Orange Theory’s classes to find the perfect fit. 
  • Midway: The new year is a great time to preserve your favorite memories of family and friends. Contact Keepsake Family Tree Video to digitize and save important photos and videos. 
  • Montavilla: As one of the few year-round markets, the Montavilla Farmers Market is committed to getting you the freshest ingredients no matter the season. Support local farmers by visiting the market every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Learn a new instrument! Montavilla Guitar Studio offers exploratory group classes and one-on-one lessons focused on developing musicianship through learning guitar, bass, ukulele, mandolin, piano, voice, and drums.
  • Multnomah Village: With constantly rotating shelves of amazing reads and treasures tucked throughout, there are so many gems to find at Annie Bloom’s Books if you are trying to read more in the new year.
  • St. Johns:  Ready to reach your fitness goals? At Industrial Strength Gym in St Johns, you can build muscles and get stronger by training in weightlifting or learning jiu jitsu.
  • Stadium District: If you want to get creative without blowing your budget, consider stopping by Scrap to pick up supplies for your new hobby. 
  • Williams District: Honey Health Acupuncture is your Northeast Portland home for relief and refuge for all. Treat yourself to this safe space that was created for anyone needing to unburden themselves, whether that is physical, mental, emotional, or some combination of both.

This list is non-exhaustive so there are plenty more local businesses that can help you stick to your resolutions in 2024. What is your new year’s resolution? Show us on Instagram and Facebook.