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East Portland News
Community Calendar
July, 2026
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July 14
> Climate and Health Standards for Buildings Workshop – From 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Portland City Council District 1 Councilor Candace Avalos is hosting this event. Join community and advocates for an in-person presentation and discussion on the Climate & Health Standards for commercial and multifamily buildings. Participants will be broken out into smaller groups before providing conclusions and feedback to Councilor Avalos. Your input and questions will inform the future policy that gets brought to council. Free dinner will be provided. Please let them know you’re coming to this FREE event: CLICK HERE to RSVP. It’s being held at the East Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Avenue 97216.
> 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.
July 15
> Prismagic – From 11am -12:30 p.m., come and delight in a heartfelt aerialist performance including balloon animals and face painting from 11am-12 p.m. Performance 12-12:30 p.m. It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
July 16
> Energize Outside – At 6:30 p.m., come together for dance and sound bathing at Mt. Scott Park.
July 17
> Leach Botanical Garden Open House Q&A – From 1:00 until 3:00 p.m. on this Friday afternoon, if you interested in learning more about the Garden’s plans for the future, and hear from their Interim Executive Director, Eric Vines, about our budget plans for the year – come on by. This will be a helpful presentation with an opportunity for audience questions in an informal setting in our Covered Arbor space in the upper garden. Seating is limited to this FREE event. Email your RSVP to development@leachgarden.org to confirm your attendance. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.
> Arts and Crafts Kaleidoscope at Arleta Triangle Square – From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. explore handcrafted goods from talented local artisans, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more. Located in the heart of Southeast Portland, this festival is a celebration of local talent, fostering connections between artists and the community. Enjoy music from local acoustic musicians and Portland-based DJs, savor delicious bites from a featured local food cart, serving up tasty dishes, quench your thirst with a cold crisp, beverage at the beer garden, engage and meet the creators behind the work. It’s in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood; specifically, at the intersection of SE 72nd Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard. To see their Instagram page, CLICK HERE.
July 18
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> Sumner Ice Cream Parade – The walking parade starts at 11:00 a.m. marching a short distance (approx. 0.7 miles) from NE 87th Avenue to Going Street through the Sumner area. The ice cream truck then parks and gives away FREE ice cream while neighbors enjoy music, face painting, and mingling.
> Arts and Crafts Kaleidoscope at Arleta Triangle Square – From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. explore handcrafted goods from talented local artisans, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more. Located in the heart of Southeast Portland, this festival is a celebration of local talent, fostering connections between artists and the community. Enjoy music from local acoustic musicians and Portland-based DJs, savor delicious bites from a featured local food cart, serving up tasty dishes, quench your thirst with a cold crisp, beverage at the beer garden, engage and meet the creators behind the work. It’s in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood; specifically, at the intersection of SE 72nd Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard. To see their Instagram page, CLICK HERE.
July 19
> 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.
July 20
> 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.
July 21
> Parkrose Neighborhood Association meeting –From 7:00 until 8:30 p.m., you’ll find them meeting. For more information, see their City of Portland webpage, CLICK HERE. You’ll find them meeting at Rossi Farms, 3839 NE 122nd Avenue near Shaver Street.
July 22
> 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.
July 23
> Mill Park Neighborhood Association meeting – From 6:30 until 8:00 p.m., this neighborhood association reportedly meets. Their City website is active, to see it, CLICK HERE. Their meetings are held in Gethsemane Lutheran Church, at 11560 SE Market Street, in the back of the building.
July 24 ~ Two Events in Parks!
> Movie in Brentwood Park – The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Movies under the stars with free popcorn; here it’s Kung Fu Panda 4. Movie screenings begin after dusk. This movie is at Brentwood Park.
> Concert in Parklane Park – At 6:30 p.m. it’s Kevin Selfe and The Tornadoes – Blues ensemble performing upbeat originals and fun rock and roll covers. Head over to Parklane Park.
July 25
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> Midway ‘Monthly Mix’ – From 11:30 am to 1:30 pm, the re-energized Midway Business Association presents this event, hosted by the Portland Music Company. Bring an instrument or browse and listen to local musicians jam. It will be a morning of community building, story telling, music, collaboration and the arts in the Midway district. The Portland Music Company is located at 12334 SE Division Street, 97236.
July 26
> 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.
> Montavilla Street Fair – From 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., you’ll find all of downtown Montavilla turned into a street fair. CLICK HERE to see the story – and video – about their HUGE 2025 event! Shop the local stores, dine on food from local restaurants and browse among the 120+ vendors selling food and drink, art, handicrafts, and clothing and marketing local products and services. Discover kids’ activities and listen to live music in three stages along the thoroughfare. The Montavilla Farmers Market is open extended hours today. It’s all happening along SE Stark Street – between SE 76th Avenue and SE 82nd Avenue. Visit their official webpage to learn more: CLICK HERE.
July 28
> Russell Neighborhood Association meets – From 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Check for more information on their webpage: CLICK HERE. This gathering is at Linfield University, Building 2 Conference Room, 2900 NE 132nd Avenue and park ‘in any unmarked space’.
July 29
> See Johnel Crux Magician – From 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., come on down for a captivating magic show that will spark your imagination! It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
East Portland News
Community Calendar
August, 2026
August 1
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
August 2
> 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.
August 4
> Outer East Portland District #1 National Night Out Celebration – From 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., this free, family-friendly community event returns, after being abolished by the City of Portland for several years. It’s an opportunity to meet your local police officers, firefighters, and other city partners while connecting with neighbors and learning about resources that help keep our community safe. It’s one of four District National Night Out celebrations being sponsored by the City of Portland. Where: It’s at Ed Benedict Park, SE 100th Avenue & Powell Boulevard.
August 5
> Original Practice Shakespeare – From 1:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., experience a delightful performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
August 6
> Movie in Lents Park – Movies under the stars with free popcorn; here it’s The Bad Guys 2. Movie screenings begin after dusk and the event starts at 7:30 pm. This movie is at Lents Park.
August 7
> Movie in Mill Park – The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Another “movie under the stars” with free popcorn; here it’s A Minecraft Movie. Movie screenings begin after dusk. This movie is being shown on their giant outdoor screen in Mill Park.
August 8
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> ‘Open Garden’ FREE Event – From 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., the Multnomah County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden is hosting this event. Take a self-guided tour of this one-acre educational garden. Learn about edible plants, non-edible native plants, wildlife habitats, native bees, invertebrates and the management of urban creatures. Get your gardening questions answered by Master Gardeners, bring home free educational materials and free seeds and bee houses while they last. Visit their children’s booth for fun activities and enter a raffle for a nursery gift certificate. This “drop-in” event is open to all. Entrance is on SE 57th Avenue, about 500 feet south of SE Duke Street – and walk in the gate and through the Green Thumb Community Orchard. Questions? Email demogarden@multnomahmastergardeners.org.
> Gateway Green Saturday Stewardship event – From 10:00 a.m. until noon, come help maintain and pick up litter at this 20-acre off-road (non-motorized off-road bike park in outer East Portland). What to Bring: Wear closed-toed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, and bring a backpack for hands-free convenience with reusable water bottle. What’s Provided: Litter pickers, trash bags, gloves, snacks, safety vests. Restrooms: a Portland Loo is near the check-in tent. Address: NE 99th Ave & NE Pacific St. Parking: The Gateway Shopping Center owners (the former Fred Meyer store) is allowing participants to park in its surface lot – the one between the vacant Kohl’s store and the Oregon Clinic. The vehicle or transit (rather than by bike), getting to the park requires a 10- to 15-minute (about a 1/4 mile) walk down a hill into the park (and back up the hill when you leave).
> Arts and Crafts Kaleidoscope at Arleta Triangle Square – From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. explore handcrafted goods from talented local artisans, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more. Located in the heart of Southeast Portland, this festival is a celebration of local talent, fostering connections between artists and the community. Enjoy music from local acoustic musicians and Portland-based DJs, savor delicious bites from a featured local food cart, serving up tasty dishes, quench your thirst with a cold crisp, beverage at the beer garden, engage and meet the creators behind the work. It’s in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood; specifically, at the intersection of SE 72nd Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard. To see their Instagram page, CLICK HERE.
> District 1 People’s Picnic – From noon until 3:00 p.m., Portland City Council District 1 Councilor Candace Avalos is hosting this event. Guests to this FREE event will find: • Live music • Delicious food (sign in for a free meal ticket!) • Kid-friendly games and activities like face-painting and a bouncy house • City bureaus and community organizations • Special guest City Administrator Raymond C. Lee III. Please let them know you’re coming: CLICK HERE to RSVP and get FREE, a $10 meal ticket. It’s being held at Parklane Park, SE 155th Avenue and Main Street, 97233.
August 9
> 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.
> Arts and Crafts Kaleidoscope at Arleta Triangle Square – From 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. explore handcrafted goods from talented local artisans, including paintings, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, and more. Located in the heart of Southeast Portland, this festival is a celebration of local talent, fostering connections between artists and the community. Enjoy music from local acoustic musicians and Portland-based DJs, savor delicious bites from a featured local food cart, serving up tasty dishes, quench your thirst with a cold crisp, beverage at the beer garden, engage and meet the creators behind the work. It’s in the Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood; specifically, at the intersection of SE 72nd Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard. To see their Instagram page, CLICK HERE.
August 12
> ‘Friends of Noise’ Showcase – From 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., explore the musical performances of amazing young artists who are sure to bring joy to fans of all ages. It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
August 14
> Movie in Gateway Discovery Park – The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Yup! Free popcorn will be available at this movie under the stars. They’re showing Hoppers. Movie screenings begin after dusk. This movie is being shown in Gateway Discovery Park.
August 15
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> Concert in Sellwood Park – Kicking off at 6:30 p.m., it’s Bloco Alegria – and their heart-pumping samba from Rio de Janeiro played in the shade of the giant fir trees at Sellwood Park.
August 16
> 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.
August 19
> ‘Friends of Noise’ Showcase – From 11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., explore the musical performances of amazing young artists who are sure to bring joy to fans of all ages. It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
August 21
> Concert in Glenwood Park – The downbeat is at 6:30 p.m. for Picante playing their Traditional Afro-Cuban music with a fusion of Latin jazz at Glenwood Park.
August 22
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> Aaron Nigel Smith & Friends – From 3:00 until 7:00 p.m., bring everyone to this family dance party. It’s in Gateway Discovery Park.
> Concert in Kenilworth Park – It starts at 6:30 p.m. featuring Blonde Neon the female-led hits of 80s rock and new wave rocking out in Kenilworth Park.
August 23
> 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.
August 28
> Movie in Luuwit View Park – The event starts at 7:30 p.m. Movies under the stars with free popcorn; here it’s Ratatouille. Movie screenings begin after dusk. This movie is being projected at Luuwit View Park.
August 29
> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market continues to offer seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re in the Madison South neighborhood, along the north side of Glenhaven Park along NE Siskiyou Street between 80th and 82nd Avenues. Abundant parking is located in the Glenhaven Park parking lot. For more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE.
> Concert in Woodstock Park – The boogying starts at 6:30 p.m. to the sounds of Bridgetown Get Down – High-energy pop, yacht rock, R&B, and soul covers rocking out at Woodstock Park.
August 30
> 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.
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