See volunteers rally around outer East Portland ‘Spirit of Portland’ honoree Ed Kerns and others, as they volunteer their time to spruce up Johnson Creek …

Interestingly enough, business owners and managers were specifically not invited to the “East Portland Small Business Assistance Workshop” put on by the PDC at Midland Library. Find out why, right here …

Find out why volunteers have been working diligently for quite some time to establish an alternative to shopping for groceries at the chain stores …

See how this gift of more than 3,000 pieces of sheet music, music books, and music textbooks will help Portland Adventist Community Services provide food and medical care to the disadvantaged. It’s a boon to musicians – it’s all for sale, at 1970s prices …

Take a look at the fun the Metro Dancers and actors have, as they try on costumes for their April show at Montavilla’s Portland Metro Performing Arts Center …

See who received awards – and why. Also, find out how much money was raised at this gala gourmet dinner …

Here’s an update on a study that was designed to create a healthy, sustainable, and viable ‘20-minute neighborhood’ in a special area of outer SE Portland. Did they succeed? See for yourself …

See why organizers of this event didn’t have to bring in ‘outside’ talent to entertain guests who welcomed the Year of the Rabbit (and/or Cat) at Midland Library …

See why the art teacher says classes like these are more than just entertaining pastimes; you’ll be surprised at the skills these tots learn …

It looks like they’re on to a great idea – instead of giving lectures about the horrors of illicit drugs, see how the “Asia and Pacific American Community Support and Service Association” is giving kids something creative and fun to do …

We gave you a sneak preview, when they were installing this exhibition – now see what there is to explore at this fascinating new feature at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry …

Find out the secret of success behind these monthly pickin’ and singin’ sessions that are attracting top regional Americana musical talent …