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East Portland News
Community Calendar
August, 2026
August 26
> 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.
August 27
> 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.
August 26
> EPAP Party in the Park at Gateway Discovery Park – EPAP community advocates, EPAP past awardees, community members whose work have been supported by EPAP advocacy/grants all invited to the EPAP Party in the Park 2026. EPAP Party in the Park is a change for you to meet your neighbors, other community leaders, play games, or simply relax in gratitude that you are not alone in championing social issues. Come enjoy good food. Send your email reservation to Josee.Kangabe@portlandoregon.gov, or EPAP@Portlandoregon.gov. It’s in Gateway Discovery Park, at 10520 NE Halsey, 97220.
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.
> 10th Annual Jade International Night Market – From 3:00 until 10:00 p.m., this fascinating ‘night market’ returns to the Montavilla neighborhood. In the past, its featured live entertainment, along with lots of vendors. This year, they have a scavenger hunt, returning is their classic ‘paint your own pot’ at Portland Nursery’s booth, and the return of Luminous Together’s Art Grove. It’s being held on the Portland Community College Southeast Campus at 2305 SE 82nd Avenue of Roses (along SE Division Street) 97216.
> 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.
East Portland News
Community Calendar
September, 2026
September 1
> 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.
September 3
> 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 Association General 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.
September 5
> 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.
September 6
> 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.
September 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.
September 13
> ‘Transit Matters’ Conference– from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. attend this meeting subtitles “Placemaking, Safety and Economic Vitality in East Portland”. Keynote speaker is JT Flowers, TriMet board member, and a director for the Albina Vision Trust, working to re-establish the historic Black Albina neighborhood near the Moda Center. The conference will focus on the intersection of transportation, placemaking, public safety, and economic vitality, particularly in the historically underserved communities of East Portland. Through panel discussions, youth-led conversations, and collaborative sessions, we aim to highlight transit as more than just mobility infrastructure it is a critical tool for community connection. Not clear if lunch is provided. CLICK HERE to register. It’s in the David Douglas High School’s new CTE Building at 1001 SE 135th Avenue, 97233.
> 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.
> 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.
September 13
> 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.
> Music in the Garden – From 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., different musicians or musical groups play in this FREE Saturday concert. Take your family, bring a lunch or enjoy a stroll while you listen. It’s at Portland Memory Garden, located in Ed Benedict Park, at 10401 SE Bush Street.
September 15
> 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.
September 19
> 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.
September 20
> 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.
September 21
> 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 – Their Annual Meeting is from 7:00 – 8:30 pm. It may 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.
September 22
> Powellhurst-Gilbert Neighborhood Association General 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.
September 23
> 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.
September 24
> 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.
September 26
> 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.
September 27
> 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.
> Multicultural Kids Festival – From noon until 6:00 p.m., come celebrate with them this event that was formerly known as the Portland Slavic Festival. This event brings together kids and adults from different communities and provide an opportunity to explore different cultures, taste different foods and learn about different traditions. You’ll find: + Food Vendors + Music Performances + Bounce House + Petting Zoo + Vendors + Activities for Kids. CLICK HERE to see our story and video about last year’s festival. This great family event is again organized by the Slavic Community Center of NW say. It’s at Ventura Park, located at 460 SE 113th Avenue, 97216, along SE Stark Street. For more information, see their event official website, CLICK HERE.
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