Fanno Creek Greenway is a natural divide of homes and businesses

Inside the city of Beaverton, Vose is a largely residential neighborhood that separates its homes from its retail section with the Fanno Creek Greenway. Vose is about 9 miles from Portland, although Valerie Dawn, owner of Encore Performing Arts Center, who has worked in the area for 13 years, emphasizes that “we’re definitely not Portland.” The area has solidified its own identity with its local businesses, events that celebrate the rich culture in Beaverton and the highly rated Beaverton School District, which earns an A from Niche.