See why more and more people attend concerts presented by this band of mostly mature musicians do perform for the love of the music …

Find out why – although their June fundraiser was successful – the life-changing work of this meaningful non-profit organization might still come to an end …

As they’re about to tear down the burned mansion that once housed this SE Portland center for grieving children and families, find out why so many people turned up for a party on the ruined building’s lawn …

Respect Oregon’s fireworks law – and support the programs of the Dads Club – by stopping by their stand. Read all about it …

Summer is here. Really! With our glorious 80 days of beautiful weather just around the corner, now’s a good time to learn how to be safe – and not run afoul of the law – before you slip your watercraft into one of our rivers.  READ THIS and learn about their special enforcement mission going on right now to curb drunken boating …

See why we’re so excited to tell you about the return of the Lents International and Montavilla Farmers Markets – as well as the all-new Sunday Parkrose Farmers Market …

In this, the fourth installment of our ongoing series, learn about the values that drive the City Commissioners to seek their positions – and about the City bureaus they oversee – in their own words …

Why do volunteers work so hard to put on this terrific annual, family event? Look at the photos here, and you’ll find out. AND, you’ll see how you can get your own free tour every week – we’ll tell you when and where …

Who can you ask when your garden isn’t growing well? Find out how the Multnomah County Master Gardeners are willing and ready to help. And learn about their Family Days (one is this Saturday), right here …

Although their job is now done, find out why the members of the “PDX Airport Futures Planning Advisory Group” will continue to meet indefinitely – and, what this means to folks in outer East Portland

Take a look at the dumpsters, filled full of trash! You won’t believe how many TONS of trash were taken out of the neighborhoods – in this, another example of neighbors volunteering to do good, right in their own area …

Too busy to visit their market on Saturday? Read this and find out when – and where – they’re opening for a second day every week …

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