Hair salons

The Lightening Society Salon

Open by scheduleMonday · 9 AM – 10 PM

Portland, OR

ⓘ Hours as published by the business

4209 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR
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Opening hours

Monday · Today
9 AM – 10 PM
Tuesday
9 AM – 10 PM
Wednesday
9 AM – 10 PM
Thursday
9 AM – 10 PM
Friday
9 AM – 10 PM
Saturday
9 AM – 10 PM
Sunday
9 AM – 10 PM

Holidays and short days are the usual exceptions — call before a long drive.

▤ Contact & details

☎ Phone
+1 503-954-3091
⌖ Address
4209 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
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◆ Category
Hair salons
◎ Country
US

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, as customers were settling in for their usual cuts and styles, an announcement crackled over the salon’s intercom: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, please note that today our lightning rod has developed a peculiar habit—every time someone mentions thunderstorms or lightning, it starts humming along.’ Soon enough, everyone was testing the lightning rod's newfound talent. A regular quipped, 'Hey, maybe you should rename your place “Thunder Rod Salon”?' The next day, while styling a neighbor’s hair, the stylist casually mentioned, 'I hear there's gonna be a storm later.' Suddenly, the entire salon joined in a harmonious hum—a perfect harmony of laughter and haircuts.

2. One day, while a regular was getting his weekly trim, the salon’s intercom crackled to life with a strange announcement: ‘Attention, please! The Lightning Society is meeting here tonight—bring your own thunder.’ Soon enough, everyone in town showed up—even the grumpiest old delivery driver got a haircut just to fit in. When night fell, candles flickered, and someone whispered, 'I hope no one forgets their lightning!' Turned out it was just the owner playing a prank; she’d been reading too many pulp novels. The salon became famous for its Friday-night gatherings ever after.

3. At dawn, when most salons are quiet, a delivery driver pulled up outside The Lightning Society Salon. He noticed something strange—all the mirrors had turned into clocks, each one chiming softly in unison. Curious, he knocked on the door. Inside, the stylist was humming gently while arranging hairpins into intricate patterns that resembled lightning bolts. ‘Morning,’ she said with a smile. ‘Just finishing up an experimental style inspired by thunderstorms.’ Turning around, she revealed her latest creation—a perfectly coiffed poodle wearing a tiny hat shaped like a cloud. 'A regular,' she added with a wink.

4. At dusk, when most salons close early, a mysterious humming sound filled the air around The Lightning Society Salon. Passersby stopped to listen, curious neighbors peered through windows, but no one could identify its source. Finally, an old lady from across the street walked out and announced with a smile, 'Oh, that's just my new electric blanket testing itself!' Everyone burst into laughter, realizing it was just another quirky moment in the neighborhood. Since then, the salon has become known for more than just stylish cuts—word spread that on windy nights, you might catch a glimpse of Mrs. Jenkins waving cheerfully from her window.

Source details

Business attributes

Address

City
Portland
Housenumber
4209
Postcode
97202
State
OR
Street
Southeast Milwaukie Avenue

Contacts

Phone
+1 503-954-3091

Hours & freshness

Opening hours
Mo-Su 09:00-22:00

What it offers

Shop
hairdresser

Source: OpenStreetMap, 10 recorded details for this place.

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