Erin J Bernard

Erin J. Bernard is a freelance writer and editor who lives in Northeast Portland with her husband and two rather noisy and opinionated kids. They can often be found exploring the mountains and coastlines of the PNW in their trusty green Subaru.

Better Together

By Erin J Bernard / July 24, 2017 July 24, 2017

Three generations share space in Portland.

Coming Up Roses

By Erin J Bernard / March 27, 2017 March 27, 2017

A PDX family scores a mid-budget steal in Northeast’s Rose City Park.

State of the Arts

By Erin J Bernard / February 20, 2017 February 20, 2017

Portland’s family-friendly performing arts companies take on themes of social justice.

A ‘Happy’ Medium

By Erin J Bernard / January 24, 2017 May 9, 2020

Seeking a trade up, a Portland family sets its sights on outer Southeast.

The Suite Life

By Erin J Bernard / August 14, 2016 August 14, 2016

Breaking down where to give birth in the Portland metro area.

Art Springs Eternal

By Erin J Bernard / February 26, 2016 February 26, 2016

Behind-the-scenes with the city’s best kid-friendly performing arts groups as spring productions get underway.