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East Portland News
Community Calendar
October, 2026
October 25
> Lents International Farmers Market – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. every Sunday through November 22 they’re ready to serve you. 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. They’re in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street in The Zed parking lot – across from Fire Station 11.
> 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.
> Parkrose ‘Trunk or Treat’ – From 3:30 until 6:00 p.m., Parkrose area kids are invited to come by for FREE food, candy and fun. It takes place at Parkrose Middle School, located at 11800 NE Shaver Street.
October 26
> METBA Annual Meeting – From 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Montavilla East Tabor Business Association will be reviewing the year’s achievements and elect board officers. And, they’ll be serving “delicious food from neighborhood businesses” at the event. FREE, but reservations required; CLICK HERE to do so. They’ll be meeting at APANO, 8188 SE Division Street.
> PVNA Neighborhood Emergency Team (NET) meeting – From 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Glenn Devitt, Community Preparedness Coordinator with the Portland Bureau of Emergency Management will speak about what NET is, why community preparedness is so important, and low-barrier ways for people to start preparing their block and community. It’s free, of course. They’ll be meeting at Arte Soleil at 5530 SE 122nd Avenue (near Harold Street).
October 27
> Parkrose High School Fall Festival – From 5:30 until 8:00 p.m., this – their first-ever event of its kind – is featuring clubs providing food from around the world, face painting, free trick or treating, pumpkin painting, games, costume contest, free stage performances; a Stage Combat Sword Fighting Workshop, a coffee cart, a photo op booth and the list and more. Parkrose area elementary schools have been invited to attend also. Parkrose High School is located at 12003 NE Shaver Street, 97220.
October 28
> Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association Board Meeting – From 6:60 until 8:00 p.m., this outer East Portland neighborhood association meets. Verify that they’re meeting, check with their webpage: CLICK HERE. Meetings are held at the Portland Fire Department Training Center, 4800 NE 122nd Avenue.
October 31 ~ Happy Hallowe’en!
> Plant native trees and shrubs at Nadaka Nature Park – From 8:45 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., help Friends of Trees and the City of Gresham improve habitat and recreation at Nadaka Nature Park – just east of the outer East Portland boundary line – an important place of rest and community gathering space in Gresham. We are returning to this long-standing Friends of Trees site to continue replacing weedy plants like English Ivy with native shrubs and trees to create a flourishing urban habitat. They provide gloves, tools, and planting guidance, as well as breakfast snacks and coffee/tea/hot chocolate. All you need to do is show up, dressed for the weather, wearing sturdy shoes or boots, and be ready to have fun. Advanced registration required: CLICK HERE. If you have questions, email them at volunteer@friendsoftrees.org or call 503-595-0213.
East Portland News
Community Calendar
November, 2026
November 1
> Lents International Farmers Market – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. every Sunday through November 22 they’re ready to serve you. 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. They’re in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street in The Zed parking lot – across from Fire Station 11.
> Montavilla Farmers Market – They’re open weekly , 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.
> PACS Community Flea Market – From 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., Portland Community Adventist Services is hosting their first-ever Flea Market. The day will feature a swap meet and arts and crafts, all in the spirit of building community, not waste. It’s a free, family-friendly event that will happen rain or shine. They encourage attendees to bring cash, by the way. It’s at PACS Center, 11020 NE Halsey Street 97220. For more information, email info@pacsonline.org.
> Oregon Sinfonietta in concert – At 3:00 p.m., this full symphony orchestra of roughly 70 members, now in its 54th season and conducted by Dr. Donald L. Appert, presents a FREE concert. On this Sunday afternoon, the orchestra performs the world premiere of Dr. Appert’s “In Memoriam,” written in memory of two beloved Sinfonietta musicians, Carl Schnoor (viola) and Bill Dameron (bassoon). It is a vibrant, poignant piece you’ll enjoy. They’ll also be performing Moeran’s “In the Mountain Country” and Ravel’s famous orchestral adaptation of Mussorgsky’s piano suite, “Pictures at an Exhibition.” 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.
November 3
> Wilkes Community Group meeting – From 6:30 until 8:30 p.m., this neighborhood association meets. Check for more information on their webpage: CLICK HERE. “Everyone is welcome.” Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3233 NE 162nd Avenue.
November 5
> Argay Park Volunteer Day – For an hour, starting at 10:00 a.m., join PP&R and your neighbors for a family-friendly volunteer hour to help weed, prune, mulch, and occasionally add new plants to the garden bed. Plant care activities may vary monthly. Open to all skills, paces, and abilities, no experience is required to participate. For more event details and to register for this event, CLICK HERE.
> Centennial Community Board Association meeting – From 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. this neighborhood association meets. Verify that they’re meeting, check with their webpage: CLICK HERE. Meetings are at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 14500 SE Powell Boulevard.
November 8
> Lents International Farmers Market – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. every Sunday through November 22 they’re ready to serve you. 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. They’re in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street in The Zed parking lot – across from Fire Station 11.
> Montavilla Farmers Market – They’re open weekly , 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.
November 10
> Parkrose Heights Neighborhood Association meets – From 7:00– 8:00 p.m. is their announced meeting time. Meetings are open to the public. They’ll be at the Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 NE Knott Street. CLICK HERE to see their City of Portland webpage.
November 12
> Lents Neighborhood Livability Association meeting – They’re meeting live in person meeting from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. A light dinner will be served from 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. This month: Recently retired Portland Fire & Rescue Station 11 Captain Chris Starling and Portland’s current Fire Chief Lauren Johnson will speak on neighborhood safety. NOTE NEW LOCATION: They’re now meeting at Jenni’s Sacred Grounds, located at 10903 SE Powell Boulevard, 97266 (one of their Coffee with a Cop locations). For more information, email lnla2018@gmail.com.
November 13
> Opening Night! Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ at David Douglas High’s Theater – At 7:30 p.m., the curtain goes up on this beloved childhood classic, a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The family will enjoy musical numbers such as “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World”. This, plus imaginative costuming to dynamic sets and theatrical lighting are good reasons to get your tickets now. Tickets: $16.55 Adults | $13.40 Seniors/Students. Purchase securely online: CLICK HERE. The show also plays the evenings of November 14, and November 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. Or, see Sunday Matinee performances at 2:30 p.m. on November 15 or 22. It takes place in the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, located at 1400 SE 130th Portland, 97233 (between SE Division and Stark Streets).
November 14
> Parkrose Heights Holiday Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., local makers will be there to help you get started with your holiday shopping. If you’d like to be a vendor, contact Anna at annabonte76@gmail.com. It’s at Parkrose United Methodist Church, located at 11111 NE Knott Street.
> David Douglas High’s Theater present: Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ – At 7:30 p.m., the curtain goes up on this beloved childhood classic, a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The family will enjoy musical numbers such as “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World”. This, plus imaginative costuming to dynamic sets and theatrical lighting are good reasons to get your tickets now. Tickets: $16.55 Adults | $13.40 Seniors/Students. Purchase securely online: CLICK HERE. The show also plays the evenings of November 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. Or, see Sunday Matinee performances at 2:30 p.m. on November 15 or 22. It takes place in the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, located at 1400 SE 130th Portland, 97233 (between SE Division and Stark Streets).
November 15
> Lents International Farmers Market – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. every Sunday through November 22 they’re ready to serve you. 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. They’re in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street in The Zed parking lot – across from Fire Station 11.
> Montavilla Farmers Market – They’re open weekly , 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.
> David Douglas High’s Theater present matinee: Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ – At 2:30 p.m., the curtain goes up on this beloved childhood classic, a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The family will enjoy musical numbers such as “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World”. This, plus imaginative costuming to dynamic sets and theatrical lighting are good reasons to get your tickets now. Tickets: $16.55 Adults | $13.40 Seniors/Students. Purchase securely online: CLICK HERE. The show also plays the evenings November 20 and 21 at 7:30 p.m. Or, see Sunday Matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. on November 22. It takes place in the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, located at 1400 SE 130th Portland, 97233 (between SE Division and Stark Streets).
November 16
> Hazelwood Neighborhood Association – From 7:00 until 8:00 p.m., this neighborhood association meets. Check to see that they’re meeting on their webpage: CLICK HERE. They meet at Cherry Park United Methodist Church, at 1736 SE 106th Avenue.
> Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting is from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. It will be at Art Soleil located at 5530 SE 122nd Avenue. They will provide refreshments and good cheer. Please RSVP [pvnaoregon@gmail.com] if you plan to attend in person so we can make sure there’s seating for all. For more information, see their City of Portland website: CLICK HERE – or, their Facebook page: CLICK HERE.
November 18
> Lents Neighborhood Association meets – From 6:00 until 7:00 p.m., their board and interested neighbors get together. For more information, see their new webpage: CLICK HERE, or email them at lentsneighborhood@proton.me.
November 22
> Lents International Farmers Market Last Day of Season! – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. this Sunday, they’re ready to serve you. 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. They’re in Lents Town Center, on SE 92nd Avenue, a block north of SE Foster Road at SE Reedway Street in The Zed parking lot – across from Fire Station 11.
> Montavilla Farmers Market – They’re open weekly , 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.
> David Douglas High’s Theater present: Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ – At 7:30 p.m., the curtain goes up on this beloved childhood classic, a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The family will enjoy musical numbers such as “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World”. This, plus imaginative costuming to dynamic sets and theatrical lighting are good reasons to get your tickets now. Tickets: $16.55 Adults | $13.40 Seniors/Students. Purchase securely online: CLICK HERE. The show also plays tomorrow evening, November at 7:30 p.m. Or, see Sunday Matinee performance at 2:30 p.m. on November 22. It takes place in the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, located at 1400 SE 130th Portland, 97233 (between SE Division and Stark Streets).
November 22
> Final performance – David Douglas High’s Theater present: Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ – At 2:30 p.m., the curtain goes up on this beloved childhood classic, a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. The family will enjoy musical numbers such as “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your World”. This, plus imaginative costuming to dynamic sets and theatrical lighting are good reasons to get your tickets now. Tickets: $16.55 Adults | $13.40 Seniors/Students. Purchase securely online: CLICK HERE. It takes place in the David Douglas High School Horner Performing Arts Center, located at 1400 SE 130th Portland, 97233 (between SE Division and Stark Streets).
November 24
> Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting – It’s held from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. this evening. Agenda TBD. You’ll find them at Arte Soleil, 5530 SE 122nd Avenue. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
November 25
> Argay Terrace Neighborhood Association Board Meeting – From 6:30 until 8:00 p.m., this outer East Portland neighborhood association meets. Verify that they’re meeting, check with their webpage: CLICK HERE. Meetings are held at the Portland Fire Department Training Center, 4800 NE 122nd Avenue.
November 26
Happy Thanksgiving Day!
East Portland News
Community Calendar
December, 2026
December 8
> Parkrose Heights Neighborhood Association meets – From 7:00– 8:00 p.m. is their announced meeting time. Meetings are open to the public. They’ll be at the Parkrose United Methodist Church, 11111 NE Knott Street. CLICK HERE to see their City of Portland webpage.
December 19
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market Holiday Market – From 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., get fresh local fall produce for your favorite winter recipes and wrap up holiday shopping early with unique gifts made by local artisans. The market will feature local, sustainable, and hand-crafted goods grown and created by local makers, farmers, and small businesses. These Holiday Markets will also feature ● Food demos ● Fun and educational kids activities. Note: because this is an indoor market, sorry no dogs! Learn more about Rocky Butte Farmers Market and Holiday Market vendors at at their website: CLICK HERE. Where? It’s inside “The People’s Courts” (formerly The Lumberyard), located at 2700 NE 82nd Avenue, 97220.
December 21
> Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting is from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. It will be at Art Soleil located at 5530 SE 122nd Avenue. They will provide refreshments and good cheer. Please RSVP [pvnaoregon@gmail.com] if you plan to attend in person so we can make sure there’s seating for all. For more information, see their City of Portland website: CLICK HERE – or, their Facebook page: CLICK HERE.
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