Local Treasures with Pia: Spark Central is expanding in more ways than one

Spark Central – the creative nonprofit located in Kendall Yards – has added more space and new programs.

At Home with Lisa: Rope caulk makes sealing air leaks easy

Lisa starts preparing for winter by sealing up windows with rope caulk.

Local Treasures with Pia: ACE brings art to rural schools in Eastern Oregon

Art Center East in La Grande connects artist with rural Title One Schools which often go without funding for arts education

Local Treasures with Pia: Fresh Soul Restaurant serves more than food

The Fresh Soul Restaurant serves up delicious, traditional southern cooking and job training skills for neighborhood youth

Local Treasures with Pia: Lighthouse for the Blind teaches computer skills

Lighthouse for the Blind helps blind people fully participate in the community around them

At Home with Lisa: Mail slots let mail in and air out

Mail slots can let the heat escape in the winter and the cool escape in the summer.