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East Portland News
Community Calendar
November, 2024

Through December
> Holiday Express train rides continue – Through New Year’s: Santa’s Holiday Express train rides for families this year will run Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays past Christmas through Saturday, January 4th from 10 a.m. till around 8:30 p.m., starting and ending at the nonprofit Oregon Rail Heritage Center just east of OMSI at 2250 S.E. Water Avenue. There’s a parking lot there, and the Orange MAX trains stop right in front of the building. The Holiday Express rides last about 45 minutes, and involve a full-size steam train and passenger cars traveling by the river down to Oaks Park in Sellwood and back. Santa is aboard! And also consider spending some time in the rail museum that is funded by these rides. Get your tickets early, online – they often sell out, so don’t delay. For full details, the complete schedule, and to buy tickets, go online: CLICK HERE.

November 30
> World Crafter Showcase in Powellhurst-Gilbert – From noon until 4:00 p.m., check out this event featuring artists and textile crafters. This FREE, family event includes light refreshments. It’s being co-hosted by the Midway Business Association and Arte Soleil their location: 5530 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.

Through December 29
> Winter Gleam Holiday Lights at Oaks Amusement Park – New this year! From 5:00 until 10:00 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through the end of the year, enjoy historic, nonprofit Oaks Park as it’s been transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland. Stroll through a holiday fantasy world illuminated by dynamic light displays, immersive light tunnels, and twinkling pathways. Admission includes rides on the Oaks Park Train and Historic Carousel. Seasonal food and treats, mini golf and arcade games are available for purchase. And, shop local vendors for unique holiday gifts. Everyone 6 and older must have a ticket to enter the park during this special event. For more information, driving directions, and to purchase tickets securely online: CLICK HERE.

East Portland News
Community Calendar
December, 2024

December 1

> Montavilla Farmers Market– They’re open, 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.

December 2

> Readers Theatre Gresham on stage – At 7:30 p.m. they’re presenting “The Waverly Gallery” – a story about the final years of a generous, chatty, and feisty grandmother’s final battle against Alzheimer’s disease. Reader’s theater is a performance style where actors read a script aloud to present a story, without the use of props, costumes, or scenery. Actors use their voices, facial expressions, and sometimes gestures to help the audience visualize the action. TICKETS: $11, at the door. For more information see their website: CLICK HERE. It takes place at the Center for the Arts ‘Little Theater’, located at 333 N. Main Avenue, Suite 125 – yup! In Gresham.

December 5

> Lents Neighborhood Livability Association Potluck – This live and in person meeting, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m., is their annual December Christmas Potluck get-together. Plan on bringing a delicious dish to share. You’ll find them in the Community Connection Center located on the grounds of New Hope Church at 10603 SE Henderson Street. [Come in the front doors, turn right, go down the first hallway. Signs will point the way.] For more information, email lnla2018@gmail.com.

December 7

> 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 Parkrose Middle School front entrance, at 11800 NE Shaver Street, 97220. It’s coordinated by Patty Meighen, contact her at pmeighen@hotmail.com.

> Leach Botanical Garden ‘Winterfest’ & Annual Wreath Sale – from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., their popular wreath sale returns at this FREE event. Wreaths sell out fast, so come early! Their ‘Winterfest’ vendor marketplace will take place in the Covered Arbor in the upper garden and in historic Manor House in the lower Garden. Browse local vendors, enjoy mulled wine and hot apple cider (available for sale), and explore the fully stocked non-profit Garden Gift Shop with nature-themed, locally made, and fair trade items, also for purchase. NOTE: Parking will be available in both the upper and lower garden. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.

> East Portland Arts & Crafts Market – From 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., the East Portland Community Center is hosting its first Arts & Crafts Market. Located in the center’s gym, the market will include more than 25 local artists and vendors, raffles, music, and workshops. From homemade clothing to jewelry and creative paintings, you’ll find holiday gift-giving ideas or you can peruse and indulge in shopping. You can also learn more about the center’s activities and new classes while visiting. Please note: there’s no on-site ATM – but many vendors take electronic payment these days. It’s happening at the East Portland Community Center, located at 740 SE 106th Avenue, 97216.

December 8 ~ Two Holiday concerts this afternoon!

> Sunnyside Symphony Orchestra Christmas Concert – Their season of FREE, live music continues, with an earlier start time – with a ‘Pre-concert Talk’ at 2:00 p.m. by conductor Jonathan DeBruyn about the music, the composers, and behind the scenes notes about our orchestra. Then, at 3:00 p.m., DeBruyn will conduct this great orchestra in their Christmas Concert. You’ll here these compositions being played live: • A Holiday Hoedown • Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite • join in a Christmas Sing-Along • Portland composer Randall DeBruyn’s Emmanuel Symphony. It’s taking place at the Sunnyside Seventh-Day Adventist Church, located at 10501 SE Market Street, 97216. For more information, and, find a link to their live stream of the concert, see their website: CLICK HERE.

> Portland Wind Symphony Holiday Concert, in Gresham – Starting at 3:00 p.m., their ‘Tis the Season concert celebrates with ‘First Suite in E-flat’, by Holst; ‘Illumination’ by Maslanka; ‘Across the Halfpipe’; ‘Star Ship’; and ‘Three Wise Guys’. The Sam Barlow High School Symphonic Band will also perform. The concert is FREE; donations are gladly accepted. For more information, see their website: CLICK HERE. The concert is performed at Sam Barlow High School, 5105 SE 302nd Avenue, Gresham, 97080.

December 11

> EPCC Annual Awards Breakfast – From 7:30 until 9:00 a.m., the East Portland Chamber of Commerce will be holding their Annual Awards Breakfast. The EPCC sill reflect back on the year behind and look forward to the next year. In addition to other awards, they’ll also be presenting the EPCC Member’s Choice Awards. Your individual EVENT TICKET of $35 includes a full buffet breakfast, entertainment, and prizes. Advance Registration required: CLICK HERE to do so, online. This event is open to the public. To participate in their Gift Exchange, bring a wrapped gift (at least $20 value). It’s being held in the clubhouse of the Colwood Golf Center, 7313 NE Columbia Boulevard, 97218.

December 14

> Christmas Community Party in Parkrose – From 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., families in the greater Parkrose area are invited to come to this FREE event. Black Santa PDX will bring his special brand of cheer – and gifts for good girls and boys. Refreshments will be served. This event is being sponsored by, and is located at the East Gate Masonic Lodge #155, located in the Parkrose Masonic Center at 4812 NE 102nd Avenue, 97220 – just south of NE Sandy Boulevard.

December 15

> Lents International Farmers Market Holiday Market – Shifted an hour later than usual – from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. – for the first time ever, they’re hosting a special market, just in time for the Holidays! In addition to their regular lineup of farmers bringing seasonal fruits and veggies, there’ll be much more. Enjoy craft activities provided by members of the East Portland Collective. Bring the kids to the OSU Extension Service Food Hero booth for a fun food-related activity and a $3 voucher to spend with the market farmers. And shop “makers” and crafters who’ll be selling great Christmas and holiday gifts. 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 – across from Fire Station 11.

December 21

> Winter Solstice Celebration at Leach Botanical Garden – From 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., join them for the shortest day and longest night of the year, as well as the promise of the return of the light. The festivities will include an ice lantern scavenger hunt, complimentary tea and hot apple cider by the Manor House fireplace, children’s story times, notes on a gratitude tree as well as letter writing and nature collage making in the Manor House. Event is included with $5 admission, free for Leach Garden Friends members, with $5 off memberships until Dec. 31st. Leach Botanical Garden is located at 6704 SE 122nd Avenue, 97236.

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