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East Portland News
Community Calendar
May, 2026

May 12

> 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.

May 14

> Lents Neighborhood Livability Association meeting – They’re back, 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: Come out and meet candidates Danielle Bethell running for Governor and Ciatta Thompson running for House District 33 who join them for dinner and conversation. Both candidates say they are working on turning our state around. Politely ask them the hard questions corporate media won’t. This meeting of interest will be in the Community Connection Center located on the grounds of New Hope Church at 10603 SE Henderson Street. [Enter through the church’s front doors, turn right, go down the first hallway. Signs will point the way.] For more information, email lnla2018@gmail.com.

May 15

> Lents Nature Patch Stewardship Party – From 8:00 until 11:00 a.m., come help out at this ‘Nature Patch’ created 2020 – a one-acre pollinator garden with a high diversity of native plants that support insects and wildlife. You’ll be helping keep this beautiful garden healthy by doing weeding, mulching, and pruning. All tools, gloves, and training to do the tasks are provided. Children are welcome; any child under 14 years of age needs to be accompanied by an attentive adult. Volunteers are welcome to attend without registering, but will not be notified of event details, such as cancellations or event-specific contact information. CLICK HERE to register, if you wish. Meeting location: Between the community garden and the playground at the south side of the park, SE Steele St and 92nd Avenue, 97266.

May 16

> Cycle the Well Field – Check-in starts at 8:15 a.m. as the Columbia Slough Watershed Council and the Portland Water Bureau again join forces presenting a FREE 17 mile bike ride through Portland’s Columbia South Shore Well Field. Experts from the Portland Water Bureau and Columbia Slough Watershed Council will lead this moderately paced and scenic trip. This event is best suited for intermediate riders. This is event is recommended for those 12+ and minors must be accompanied by an adult. To find out more about this event – such as bike helmet requirements, what to bring and where to meet – and to register in advance: CLICK HERE to do so.

> Rocky Butte Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., this Saturday market, started in 2019, offers seasonal, and locally grown foods and artisan products. Come on up and take a look Saturdays, through October 24. They’re now 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.

May 17

> Montavilla Farmers Market– This market continues its 20th season. 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.

> Oregon Sinfonietta Pre-Summer concert – At 3:00 p.m., this full symphony orchestra of roughly 70 members, now in its 53rd season and conducted by Dr. Donald L. Appert, presents a FREE concert. The orchestra performs Stenhammar’s Symphony No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 34. One of this season’s young Concerto Competition winners, Amir Avsker, will also perform Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 27 in B-flat. 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.

May 18
> 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.

May 19

> Election Day! Drop off your ballot by 8:00 p.m. – or don’t whine and complain about our ‘broken’ local government!

> 82nd Avenue Business Association’s Annual Meeting – From 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., business owners, managers, workers, and neighbors in this seven-mile-long Neighborhood Business District are invited to attend meeting. You’ll learn about TriMet’s 82nd Avenue Transit Project; the 82 Roses CEC – 20th Annual Parade Report; a ‘Play Streets’ presentation and more. Buffet Lunch Provided! RSVP requested: email to info@82ndaveba.com or nchapin@tsgpdx.com and they’ll add you to the guest list. It’s taking place at APANO, in The Orchards building, located at 8188 SE Division Street. Note: street parking only.

> 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.

May 21

> EPCC After Hours – Starting at 5:30 p.m. sharp, join members and guests of the East Portland Chamber of Commerce at this FREE networking event called “An Evening with Friends of the Multnomah County Library”. This is an excellent opportunity to get to meet East Portland businesses and EPCC members. Networking and fun. And, authentic Nepalese refreshments will be provided by East Portland restaurant, Portland Teriyaki & Nepali Cafe. To register, CLICK HERE. It’s being held in Multnomah County Library’s Rose City Reads bookstore, located at 221 NE 122nd, Suite A.

> Sumner Association of Neighbors – From 6:30 until 8:00 p.m., the SAN May General Meeting & Elections will take place. Must be in person to vote in the election. It’s at Recovery Café, located inside Calvary Presbyterian Church, at 3516 NE 71st Avenue, 97213. For more information, see their website: http://sumnerpdx.org.

May 23

> 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.

May 24

May 27

> 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.

May 28-31

> Union PDX – Festival of Contemporary Dance:26 –Portland-based contemporary dance company push/FOLD presents the sixth Festival of Contemporary Dance. This year’s four-day festival features two world premieres and three Portland premieres by artists from Oregon, California, and Texas. It includes live performances, post-show Q&As, and free community events: one student preview performance; four dance masterclasses; two professional development workshops; and a closing-night festival soirée. All main stage performances will also be live streamed worldwide. TICKETS: In Person: $5 to $65 | Live-stream: $20+. To purchase tickets, and for more information CLICK HERE. All in-person events are at the new Foster Theater at 5444 SE Foster Road, 97206.

May 28
> 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.

May 29

> Portland Pickles Baseball season opening game – at 7:05 p.m., Dillon and his baseball buddies kick off their summer season with their first, official game, against the Victoria HarbourCats. Beyond seeing great, live baseball, up close, you’ll also be entertained with + Rockin’ the Walk music + Pickle Swing + Dizzy Bat + Dave’s Hot Chicken Race + Launch-A-Ball. Plan now to go enjoy stadium food and beverages. For tickets, and more information, see their official website: CLICK HERE. The Portland Pickles play at Walker Stadium, in Lents Park along SE 92^nd Avenue, just south of SE Holgate Boulevard.

May 30

> Outer East Portland County Community Resiliency Fair – From 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., this FREE public event is designed to connect residents with valuable resources and information. Enjoy a wide range of exhibitor tables and fun activities centered on key community topics, including: + Environment and sustainability + Personal and community resiliency + FLIP Museum + EV Bike Rides + Local health and wellness services + General community support programs. This is an opportunity to engage with local experts, learn about programs available to you, and discover new ways to support your household and community. All are welcome. Oh yes, there’s FREE lunch. It’s presented by Community Services Network and sponsored primarily by the City of Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS), DPI Group and PGE. You’ll find taking place at David Douglas High School (North Building), 1001 Southeast 135th Avenue, 97233.

> East Portland Archaeology Roadshow returns – From 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., this FREE family activity, entitled ‘Archaeology of Fire and Water’, features dozens of exhibits and activities hosted by archaeologists and heritage specialists , representing universities, tribes, federal and state agencies, companies, and nonprofit organizations. The Roadshow also invites visitors to bring personal objects (up to three stone tools, pottery, animal bones) they wish to know more about. No financial appraisals are given. It’s at Gateway Discovery Park, 10520 NE Halsey Street 97220.

May 31

East Portland News
Community Calendar
June, 2026

June 2

> 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.

June 3

> Volunteer tending at Parklane Park – From 9:00 until 11:00 a.m., join Portland Parks for family-friendly volunteer events at the newly-built-out Parklane Park to help weed and prune garden beds, mulch plants and trees, remove debris, build soil health, and install new plants. This is a great opportunity to learn more about gardening and connect with your neighbors and community. No experience is required to participate. All garden beds are adjacent to a paved pathway or hard surface. There are multiple ADA accessible restrooms throughout the park. Gardening tools, gloves, and supplies will be provided. It’s BYOBS: bring your own water Bottle and Snacks. Wear sturdy close-toed shoes and layers to dress for the weather – it’s a rain-or-shine event. They ask that you sign up: CLICK HERE to do so. The parking lot at SE Millmain Drive and SE 158th Avenue.

June 6

> Parkrose Bronco Boosters Beverage Bottle & Can Drive – From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., take your deposit-return cans and bottles with you to help support their community educational efforts. A different school organization volunteers for duty during the event each month. They’re at the front entrance driveway of Parkrose Middle School, at 11800 NE Shaver Street, 97220. Contact co-coordinators Jeanne Sheley and Colleen Grant at parkrosecandrive@gmail.com.

> Emergency Preparedness Workshop and Connection Workshop – From 1:00 until 3:00 p.m., come and learn at this FREE session the ways you can prepare for local disasters that may cause a breakdown in emergency support systems. Connect with local disaster support resources and your outer East Portland neighbors. New is being information at this workshop. Children welcome to attend. Refreshments will be provided. They’re meeting this month at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, located at 4244 SE 91st Avenue – just west of SE 92nd Avenue at SE Cora Street.

June 7

> Lents International Farmers Market – OPENING DAY OF THE SEASON! From 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 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.

> Printmaking in the Garden – From 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., take this workshop introduction to linocut and rubber stamp making lead by Patrick Norton. Participants will make their own design, carve, and print them either by hand or with a rolling press. All supplies are included. TICKETS: Workshop fee $65 Each | $60 for LGF members | All Proceeds Benefit the Garden. CLICK HERE purchase tickets online. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.

June 9

June 12

> EPCC Annual Golf Tournament – Staring off at 8:00 a.m., organizers say that the East Portland Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament is “More than just a day of golf – it’s a chance to get to know your fellow members and business owners in Portland, an opportunity to promote your business, and a chance to win prizes.” If you’re interested in golf, you can play the world-class course to win prizes. If you aren’t into golfing, you can still join them for the awards ceremony, lunch, and a chance to win raffle prizes. TICKETS: $135/Single | $485/Foursome | $40 for Lunch only. Advance Ticket Purchased Required: CLICK HERE to do so. It’s at Glendoveer Golf & Tennis, 14015 NE Glisan Street, 97230.

> Bilingual Russian & English Storytime at Leach Botanical Garden – From 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., Multnomah County Library presents ‘Outdoor Storytime’. Bring the kiddies for fun books, songs, rhymes, and more! Check in at the Visitor Services booth for directions to the storytime meadow. No reservation needed, apparently, and no charge, other than regular entrance fee. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.

June 13

June 13-14

> 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.

June 14

> Lents International Farmers Market – From 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 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.

June 15
> 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.

June 16

June 20

> Parkrose Heights Summer Celebration – Starting at noon, the Parkrose Heights Neighborhood Association invites their residents to meet their neighbors and enjoy snacks and games. “We could use more help with logistics, coordinating with Sacramento Middle School and the various partner groups, shopping for refreshments,” organizers say. If you can help, email officers@parkroseheights.org. It’s being held at Knott Park, located at NE 117th Avenue and Knott Street, 97220.

June 21

June 23

> 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.

June 24

June 25
> 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.

June 28

> Sunday Parkways ‘East Portland’ – From 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., this event returns to East Portland with a 4-mile ‘‘down-and-back route’ with stops at Ventura Park, Lincoln Park, Parklane Park and out into Gresham at Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park. Each park will feature local entertainment, community booths, and vendors. Text “East” to 888-520-0526 for event updates. OR, CLICK HERE to see the official webpage.

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