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East Portland News
Community Calendar
May, 2024

May 11
> Parkrose Educational Foundation presents ‘Lights, Camera, Auction’ Dinner and Auction – Get your tickets now; then be ready to “make your star appearance” as you attend this Parkrose community gala. This fundraiser supports this independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization as they can continue to give grants that enhance Parkrose students’ educational experiences. This year’s Special Appeal: new wireless microphones for PHS Theater student performers! Your $70 ticket gives you a silent and live auction, dinner and wine. See our story about last year’s event, CLICK HERE. It’s being held a the Portland Airport Sheraton. See how to donate items for auction – and buy tickets – or get more information at the foundation’s official website: CLICK HERE.

May 12
> Montavilla Farmers Market– They’re open weekly now, providing fresh-from-the-garden foods from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Come shop for seasonal root and fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, sustainably raised meats and eggs, flowers, plant starts, and specialty foods. It’s located on the gravel lot in the 7700 block of SE Stark Street – across the street from Mr. Plywood. CLICK HERE to see their website.

May 18 ~ Two helpful events today!

> Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair – From 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., this FREE, interactive, trades-related career event highlights apprenticeship and debt-free training options for lucrative careers in the skilled construction trades. “It is one of the most exciting and engaging career fairs in our region dedicated to the construction industry,” say organizers. While focused on presenting these career options to female-identified students and job seekers, Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair is open to everyone. Most workshops are managed by tradeswomen, demonstrating the power and potential of a truly diverse workforce. It’s being held at the NECA-IBEW Electrical Training Center on 16021 NE Airport Way, 97230.

> St. Matthews Anglican Church Food Pantry Ministry – From 12:30 until 2:30 p.m. (note new hours), they’re again hosting a food pantry. People will find canned goods, sauces, pasta, baking goods, apples/bananas, eggs, milk, bread, toilet paper/paper towels, some personal hygiene products. Organizers say they’ll may also have can basic household items and supplies and personal hygiene items, as well as the staples. It’s located at 11100 NE Skidmore Street, 97220.

May 19 ~ Three events, including a Live Concert!

> Montavilla Farmers Market– They’re open weekly now, providing fresh-from-the-garden foods from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Come shop for seasonal root and fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, sustainably raised meats and eggs, flowers, plant starts, and specialty foods. It’s located on the gravel lot in the 7700 block of SE Stark Street – across the street from Mr. Plywood. CLICK HERE to see their website.

> East Portland Sunday Parkways – From 11 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., celebrate National Bike Month when this FREE event returns. The East Portland 3.3-mile, ‘down-and-back route’ will again highlight Gateway Discovery Park, Ventura Park, and Lincoln Park – as it did last year. Start anywhere on the route and bike, walk, or roll as you explore the neighborhood greenways and other infrastructure, parks, and community resources. There will be areas along the route and at the featured parks where circulation slows for vendor marketplaces, community booths, free family-friendly activities, and live entertainment. Again, you can participate as much or as little as you choose; there’s no registration or sign-up for this family-friendly event – and it’s FREE! For more information, including a map, CLICK HERE.

> Oregon Sinfonietta in concert – At 3:00 p.m., this full, about 70-member symphony orchestra, now in its 51st season and conducted by Dr. Donald L. Appert, presents a FREE concert. At this afternoon’s performance, the orchestra will perform Vaughan Williams’ Norfolk Rhapsody No. 1 in E Minor, Debussy’s Ibéria from “Images Pour Orchestre” and Holmès’ La Nuit et l’Amour. In addition, one of this season’s young Concerto Competition winners, Hansen Berrett, will perform Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in C Major. Everyone is welcome; there is no charge to attend. The concert will be performed at the Sunnyside Seventh-day Adventist Church, located at 10501 SE Market Street. For more information about the orchestra, see their official website: CLICK HERE.

May 21
> Parkrose Neighborhood Association General meeting – From 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. this evening, the PNA will be meeting in person. This month agenda includes: PBOT official presenting about the planned sidewalk for NE Shaver Street. You’ll find them, live and in person, at the Rossi Farms Barn, located at 3839 NE 122nd Avenue. For more information, see the official PNA webpage: CLICK HERE.

May 22 ~ Business Association events in Parkrose and Midway …

> Historic Parkrose Happy Hour – From 4:00 until 6:00 p.m., Parkrose business owners, managers, workers and neighbors are invited to connect and network, and learn about Historic Parkrose. come and chat ‘all things TIF’ (Tax Increment Financing) and how it could potentially affect businesses and the landscape of Parkrose. It’s at O’Dear Bar & Grill, 10810 NE Sandy Boulevard, 97220.

> Midway Business Association Business Mixer – From 7:00 until 8:30 p.m., this outer East Portland business district is hosting their event. This event is free and open to all ages; they will be supplying ‘light’ refreshments. While there, check out their new bumper sticker! It’s taking place at Octapharma Plasma, located at 12215 SE Powell Blvd Portland, OR 97236.

May 26
> Montavilla Farmers Market– They’re open weekly now, providing fresh-from-the-garden foods from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Come shop for seasonal root and fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, sustainably raised meats and eggs, flowers, plant starts, and specialty foods. It’s located on the gravel lot in the 7700 block of SE Stark Street – across the street from Mr. Plywood. CLICK HERE to see their website.

May 29
> Combined Parkrose and Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association meeting – Starting at 6:60 p.m. this evening, the PNA and ATNA will be meeting in person. At this meeting: A presentation from the City of Portland Transition Team to inform residents about what to expect with the new form of government, including a review of how rank choice voting works. There will also be opportunity for participants to ask questions. It’s taking place at the Rossi Farms Barn, located at 3839 NE 122nd Avenue. For more information, see the official PNA webpage: CLICK HERE.

East Portland News
Community Calendar
June, 2024

June 1
> Parkrose Bronco Boosters Beverage Bottle & Can Drive – From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., take your deposit-return cans and bottles with you to help support their community educational efforts. A different school organization volunteers for duty during the event each month. They’re at Parkrose Middle School front entrance, at 11800 NE Shaver Street, 97220. It’s coordinated by Patty Meighen, contact her at pmeighen@hotmail.com.

June 2
> Lents International Farmers Market – OPENING DAY! From 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. every Sunday through November – they’re back ‘home’ at their previous, but much improved location, across from the fire station. Come and shop for fresh produce, direct from the growers farms and fields. And, you’ll find many of the prepared foods you’ve come to expect at this long-established farmers market. Market Scouts will be providing fun activities for kids ages 3 to 12. CLICK HERE to see their webpage for more information. NOTE: They’ve moved back in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street – across from Fire Station 11.

Montavilla Farmers Market– They’re open, providing fresh-from-the-garden foods from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Come shop for seasonal root and fresh vegetables and fruits, baked goods, sustainably raised meats and eggs, flowers, plant starts, and specialty foods. It’s located on the gravel lot in the 7700 block of SE Stark Street – across the street from Mr. Plywood. CLICK HERE to see their website.

June 22

> Nature Inspired Art at Gateway Green – Rescheduled from May 4 to today: From 1:00 until 4:00 p.m., this unique, all FREE event will feature a mobile art studio, provided by Free Arts NW. The art studio will offer a variety of hands-on art activities for all ages. Also, there will be live entertainment, provided by Friends of Noise and the Portland Parks & Recreation Teen Program with performances at 1:15, 2:15 and 3:15 p.m. There will also be a face painter at the event and several other individuals leading hands-on activities. For information on how to get to this relatively new park, visit the Friends of Gateway Green website: CLICK HERE. Volunteers will be at or near the Gateway Transit Center to direct visitors to the park entrance.

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