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Wednesday March 4, 2020
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

Be Engaged. Please Attend

When: Wed, Mar 04, 2020 4PM-6PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Conference Rm 2B
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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Join City staff to discuss the first phase of a multi-year program designed to make the Development Code easier to understand, more efficient to navigate, and more responsive to the evolving development climate. Phase one of this program proposes code updates that are time sensitive, high priority and policy neutral. At the open house, staff will discuss the Development Code and Process Update (DCPU) project and the propose phase-one code updates as participants arrive. Feel free to drop by with questions, or to learn more about the work underway.For more information about this event, contact Mary Phillips, Senior City Planner at 503-618-2610 or Mary.Phillips@GreshamOregon.gov.Read more about the DCPU project.

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Wed, Mar 04, 2020 6:30PM-8:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the city. The Commission assists in the development and application of design standards and guidelines, and will conduct hearings as necessary to ensure that proposed public and private projects achieve these standards. For more information about this event, contact Jamie Thomes, Planning Technician at 503-618-2842 or Jamie.Thomes@GreshamOregon.gov.

Thursday March 5, 2020
Start: 10:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Let's Go Walking!

When: Thu, Mar 05, 2020 10AM-5PM
Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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  • Distance: About 5.5 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Elevation gain: 50 feet
  • Trail conditions: Compact dirt, gravel, and some paved surfaces
  • Round-trip travel: 15 miles
  • Suggested donation per rider: $2 (no parking pass required)

Planning of the 40-Mile Loop started in the early 1900s and later grew into 140 miles. Obviously, many changes over the century connected the Springwater Trail and over 30 city parks. We will walk 5.5 miles or more of this original 40-Mile Loop Trail in Troutdale, where we will view the newly completed I-84 bridge. Most of the hike is on level surface along the Sandy River, with views of the river.Lunch will be at some restaurant in Troutdale, to be determined later. Participants are advised to have water, snacks for the trail, and proper clothing for the weather of the day. Sturdy hiking shoes and hiking poles are recommended for this easy hike.For more information about this hike please contact Kuldip Dhadwal at 805-509-0697 or kuldipdhadwal@hotmail.com.Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.Senior Healthy Hikers member guidelines

Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Functional and Delicious

When: Thu, Mar 05, 2020 6PM-8PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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This free workshop gives insight and tools for thoughtfully incorporating edible plants into your landscape from annual veggies and herbs to perennial berries and fruit trees.This workshop will include:

  • Design tips
  • Building fertile soil
  • Water conservation
  • Native plants
  • Edible fruits and nuts
  • Beneficial insects

You'll walk away ready to assess your site and make a plan for a beautiful "and delicious" landscape.Register in advance. For more information about this event, contact Rhesa at 503-222-7645 or Rhesa@emswcd.org.

Friday March 6, 2020
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:15 pm

Unusual Facts About Galaxies

When: Fri, Mar 06, 2020 6PM-8:15PM
Where: MHCC Planetarium Sky Theater
26000 SE Stark Street
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Tuesday shows are at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.
Admission is only $5.
MHCC students (with valid ID) and children 17 and under are $2.
All shows are presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and planetary images.
The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.
2019-20 MHCC Planetarium Sky Theater Schedule:

Date
Topic

Sept 24, 27
Exploring the Autumn Sky (Note early dates for this season opener)

Oct
(Shown on September 24, 27)

Nov 5, 8
Amateur Astronomers Photograph The Night Sky With Amazing Results

Dec 3, 6
A Travel Guide to our Moon

Jan 7, 10
Latest Pictures Explore Jupiter and its Moons

Feb 4, 7
Radio Astronomy Discoveries and Their Immense Instruments

Mar 3, 6
Unusual Facts About Galaxies

Apr 7, 10
TBD

May 5, 8
TBD

Jun 2, 5
TBD

Planetarium shows are generally on the first Tuesday and on the second Friday of each month (with exceptions during November and January).
More Info
For more info visit: http://www.mhcc.edu/Planetarium

Saturday March 7, 2020
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm

Grab Your Gloves!

When: Sat, Mar 07, 2020 8:45AM-12PM
Where: Two locations in Gresham
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  • Plant, weed and mulch with us
  • Snacks, tools and lunch provided
  • Family-friendly event

Johnson Creek is urban, but it is home to a variety of wildlife, including threatened and endangered salmon. We will be working at ten locations along the 26-mile watershed in an effort to revitalize and protect this unique waterway. Find the location nearest you, come out and get your hands dirty, and enjoy a free lunch with us.Gresham locations

For more information about this event, contact Courtney Beckel at courtney@jcwc.org or 503-652-7477, ext. 101. Register to volunteer.

Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:30 pm

Don't Toss It. Let's Fix It!

When: Sat, Mar 07, 2020 10AM-12:30PM
Where: Habitat for Humanity ReStore
610 NE 181 Ave.
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Get your broken items fixed by community volunteers for free. The City of Gresham and Coalition of Neighborhood Associations are teaming up to bring people with repair skills together to help neighbors fix their broken items.Types of household items repaired

  • Broken bicycles, chains and tires
  • Torn clothing, missing buttons and other fabric repairs
  • Broken lamps, clocks, fans and small kitchen appliances
  • Broken laptops, VCRs, DVD or CD players, printers, calculators, Gameboys and remote controls

Please note: Televisions, microwaves, sewing machines and small engines are not repairable at this event. What to expect

  • Try to bring anything that may be needed to repair your item; Parts, buttons, matching thread, power cords, batteries, connecting cables, remote controls, instructions manuals, etc.
  • We try to help everyone who brings an item. If participants bring multiple items (allowed), we can only work on one item at a time and may not be able to fix more than one item per person.
  • Our volunteer fixers will do their best to repair your item, but some repairs may be too complicated or require resources that aren't available at the event.
  • The event is free. There may be a wait depending on the number of repairs.

ContactFor more information contact us at RepairCafeGresham@gmail.com or 503-618-2694.Repair PDXGresham Repair Cafe

Sunday March 8, 2020
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

Let's Play Futsal!

When: Sun, Mar 08, 2020 5PM-7PM
Where: Friends of the Children Gym
424 NE 172nd Ave.
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Indoor Sunday Futsal youth recreation is open to all students in grades 6-12 on Sunday from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Friends of the Children gym.

  • Free
  • Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
  • Learn new skills, make new friends, play futsal
  • Participants must bring a signed waiver to play
  • Adult supervision and mentorship provided by Active Children Portland volunteers

For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal.

Monday March 9, 2020
Start: 6:30 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Mon, Mar 09, 2020 6:30PM-8:30PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city.For more information about this event, contact Amanda Lunsford, Administrative Analyst at 503-618-2235 or Amanda.Lunsford@GreshamOregon.gov.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Meeting Notice
When: Mon Mar 09, 2020 7PM-8:30PM
Where: Albertina KerrGresham Campus, Training Building
(small bldg, center north on campus)
722 NE 162nd Av
Gresham, OR
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Neighborhood Meeting, Everyone's Invited
Join Your Neighbors. Get involved. Make a difference!
Save the date
Be sure to save Monday, March 9th at 7PM for the Wilkes East Neighborhood 2020 Spring Meeting. The meeting will be held at Albertina Kerr, 722 NE 162nd Av, Training Building (small bldg, center north on property), Gresham OR. Get map!
Agenda

  • Gresham Police NET Team update
  • CVIP (Citizen Volunteers in Policing)
  • Glisan Commuters Initiative (Glisan Street Lane Reduction)
  • Neighborhood news and more

Seeking Board Members.   Are you motivated, passionate, creative?
Did you know you can become a Member-at-Large at any time? Being a Board Member is a great opportunity and experience for any neighbor, whether you’ve been on a board before or you're considering the idea for the first time. No experience required. Nominate yourself. Info here! or contact any board member. Get involved! Make a difference!

Who should attend?
Participation is open to all residents who live, own property or a business, organization, church or government agency within our boundaries Be Part Of Your Community. Plan To Attend.

The Wilkes East Neighborhood is located in the northwest corner of the City of Gresham, Oregon, and is one of Gresham's sixteen neighborhoods. Wilkes East Neighborhood borders are roughly NE Sandy Blvd to the north, NE 181st Ave to the east, NE Glisan St to the south, and NE 162nd Ave to the west. Get map!.

Watch for these red & white Meeting Signs the week before our meeting. The signs were purchased with assistance of the City of Gresham Neighborhood Grant Program, and with volunteer hours to set them out and retrieve them. Signs Now NW also made a generous contribution to this project.

Mark your calendar. See you there!

Tuesday March 10, 2020
Start: 3:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

Be Engaged. Please Attend

When: Tue, Mar 10, 2020 3PM-5PM
Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Center
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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Policy Development meetings are informal sessions to review programs, receive progress reports on programs or projects, or to receive other information from staff. The Council periodically holds policy development meetings jointly with citizen advisory committees to discuss policy issues. For more information contact the City Recorder's Office at 503-618-2697. Read more about Council meetings.

Start: 7:00 pm

Public Welcome. Get Involved!

When: Tue, Mar 10, 2020 7PM-9PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Oregon Trail Rm
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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For more information about the Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations, contact Carol Rulla, Coalition President, at 503-663-1466 or crullaor@gmail.com.

Wednesday March 11, 2020
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Be Engaged. Please Attend

When: Wed, Mar 11, 2020 6PM-8:00PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
Conference Rm 1A
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Historic Resources Subcommittee maintains an inventory of historic landmarks in Gresham, reviews and recommends a decision on proposed actions to alter or demolish structures on the adopted inventory, and participates in special projects and events that increase public awareness or provide education on historic preservation.For more information about this event, contact Mary Phillips, Senior City Planner at 503-618-2610 or Mary.Phillips@GreshamOregon.gov.

Saturday March 14, 2020
Start: 9:00 am
End: 2:00 pm

Apply For A Passport

When: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 9AM-2PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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Planning a trip abroad? Take the first step and apply for or renew your U.S. passport. The City is offering an opportunity on Saturday, March 14, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Gresham City Hall.Be sure you bring all required documents and checks or money orders with you. Visit GreshamOregon.gov/Passports for detailed information on requirements and fees.For additional information, contact us at 503-618-2460.

Start: 11:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Nature In Gresham

When: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 11AM-12PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham Library
385 NW Miller Ave.
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Why do owls dance in Johnson Creek? What do frog eggs feel like? What is the Gresham ghost weasel? Join our Natural Resources team and learn about the wild animals that call Gresham home at this family friendly event! There will be hands-on activities and a presentation of photos and videos of animals in Gresham from a City biologist and a local wildlife photographer. For more information, contact Katie Holzer at 503-618-2377

Start: 12:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Holiday Hearts

When: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 12PM-4PM
Where: Zimmerman House
17111 NE Sandy Blvd.
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The historic Zimmerman House was built in 1874 and was home to three generations of the Zimmerman family. Their furnishings and personal articles remain in this two-story Victorian home, with nine rooms open to the public.
Our “Vases and Valentines” exhibit is now open. We are pairing the valentines with vases, and these vary from Depression Glass to Carnivale Glass to pottery from Roseville, Hull and van Briggle. This is the first time we’ve pulled the vases in the collection into an exhibit and many of these have rarely been out of storage.
We’ll have the contents of a traveling trunk found in the house, which belonged to Isobel’s uncle, Andrew McCall, on exhibit for just a few more months.
We are open the third Saturday of every month from noon - 4:00 pm. Admission is free, with donations welcome and appreciated.
echohistory.org, call 503-618-0946 or email info@echohistory.org.

Sunday March 15, 2020
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

Let's Play Futsal!

When: Sun, Mar 15, 2020 5PM-7PM CANCELED
Where: Friends of the Children Gym
424 NE 172nd Ave.
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Indoor Sunday Futsal youth recreation is open to all students in grades 6-12 on Sunday from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Friends of the Children gym.

  • Free
  • Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
  • Learn new skills, make new friends, play futsal
  • Participants must bring a signed waiver to play
  • Adult supervision and mentorship provided by Active Children Portland volunteers

For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal.

Monday March 16, 2020
Start: 4:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Mon, Mar 16, 2020 4:30PM-6:30PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
Springwater Trail Conference Rm
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Urban Forestry Subcommittee advises the City Council and staff about tree preservation, tree species, and for the City's street tree list and trees to be designated to the City's significant tree list.For more information about this event, contact Tina Osterink, Natural Resources Planner at 503-618-2392 or Tina.Osterink@GreshamOregon.gov.

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Mon, Mar 16, 2020 6:30PM- CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Planning Commission advises City Council on long-range, comprehensive planning and land use issues within the city.For more information about this event contact Amanda Lunsford, Administrative Analyst at 503-618-2235 or Amanda.Lunsford@GreshamOregon.gov.

Tuesday March 17, 2020
Start: 3:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

Be Engaged. Please Attend

When: Tue, Mar 17, 2020 3PM-5PM CANCELED
Where: Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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Regular Council meetings allow necessary City business to be dealt with, such as citizen recognition, citizen advisory committee reports, bid awards, resolutions, ordinances, public hearings, etc. Regular Council meetings are streamed live on the City's website at GreshamOregon.gov/Videos.For more information contact the City Recorder at 503-618-2697. Read more about Council meetings.

Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Tue, Mar 17, 2020 4PM-6PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1331 NW Eastman Pky
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The Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) meets as needed on the third Tuesday of the month immediately following adjournment of the 3:00 pm Gresham City Council meeting.Meeting start time varies.GRDC meetings allow necessary Rockwood-West Gresham Urban Renewal business to be dealt with, such as approval of projects, budget adoption, committee appointments, public hearings, resolutions, etc.For more information, please contact Cecille Turley, Urban Renewal Program Technician, at 503-618-2545 or Cecille.Turley@GreshamOregon.gov.

Wednesday March 18, 2020
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Let's Go Walking!

When: Wed, Mar 18, 2020 9AM-5PM
Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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  • Distance: About 3.8 miles
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Elevation gain: About 50 feet
  • Trail conditions: Paved pathway, boardwalk, and some bark dust trails
  • Round-trip travel: 62 miles
  • Suggested donation per rider: $7

This out-and-back trek will take us along a mostly paved pathway that follows the Rock Creek Trail from Orchard Park to Orenco Woods Nature Park. At Orenco, we will explore some of the local history, as well as the stickwork sculptures created by artist Patrick Dougherty. There are seven of these 18-foot-tall sculpturesâeach with its own personality. After our hike we will drive a short distance to BJâs Brewhouse for lunch.For more information about this hike please contact Doug or Dana Duval at 907-230-6543 or danakol24@aol.com.Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.Senior Healthy Hikers member guidelines

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Get involved, Make a difference

When: Wed, Mar 18, 2020 6:30PM-8:30PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
Council Chambers
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Design Commission is the primary advising subcommittee to the City Council on design excellence for the built environment of the city. The Commission assists in the development and application of design standards and guidelines, and will conduct hearings as necessary to ensure that proposed public and private projects achieve these standards. For more information about this event, contact Jamie Thomes, Planning Technician at 503-618-2842 or Jamie.Thomes@GreshamOregon.gov.

Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Be Engaged. Please Attend

When: Wed, Mar 18, 2020 7PM-9PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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The Finance Committee advises Council on City financial matters. Finance Committee meetings take place on the third Wednesday of the month from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Gresham City Hall. For more information about the Finance Committee or about this meeting, contact Sharron Monohon, Budget and Financial Planning Director, at 503-618-2890 or Sharron.Monohon@GreshamOregon.gov.

Saturday March 21, 2020
Start: 10:30 am
End: 3:00 pm

Don't Toss It - Swap It!

When: Sat, Mar 21, 2020 10:30AM-3PM CANCELED
Where: Gresham Library
385 NE Miller Ave.
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Join the City of Gresham and Green Minded Gresham by participating in waste reduction and reuse activities.

  • Swap clothing and toys (bringing items not required)
  • Make a green cleaner and recycled art project
  • Master recyclers onsite to answer food waste prevention and recycling questions
  • Clothing swap
  • Toy swap
  • Recycling tips
  • Home reuse tips
  • Recycled art
  • Make reusable bags

For more information about this event, contact Shaunna Sutcliffe at 503-618-2694 or Shaunna.Sutcliffe@GreshamOregon.gov.

Sunday March 22, 2020
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm

Let's Play Futsal!

When: Sun, Mar 22, 2020 5PM-7PM CANCELED
Where: Friends of the Children Gym
424 NE 172nd Ave.
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Indoor Sunday Futsal youth recreation is open to all students in grades 6-12 on Sunday from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Friends of the Children gym.

  • Free
  • Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
  • Learn new skills, make new friends, play futsal
  • Participants must bring a signed waiver to play
  • Adult supervision and mentorship provided by Active Children Portland volunteers

For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal.

Tuesday March 24, 2020
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Let's Go Walking!

When: Tue, Mar 24, 2020 9AM-5PM CANCELED
Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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  • Distance: About 4.5 miles
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Elevation gain: 970 feet
  • Trail conditions: Forest trail, switchbacks, rocks, small creek crossings
  • Round-trip travel: 68 miles
  • Suggested donation per rider: $8

This hike begins at the Herman Creek trailhead, just east of Cascade Locks. The trail goes through a forested area burned by the 2017 Eagle Creek fire. However, the understory that was burned is now recovering, and the canopy cover was mostly spared. The trail has switchbacks for the first mile to a ridge above Herman Creek. Nick Eaton Falls is the destination at 2.2 miles. Part of the trail is in the Mark O. Hatfield wilderness area. We should find early wild flowers along the trail. We will return the same route after a break at the falls. We will have lunch in Cascade Locks.Bring water and snacks for the trail. Hiking boots or shoes are recommended, and poles, if desired.For more information about this hike please contact Linda Matthews at 503-766-9443 or lindaraematthews@gmail.com.Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.Senior Healthy Hikers member guidelines

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