Events
03 / 4
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 6:00 pm
Be Engaged. Please Attend When: Wed, Mar 04, 2020 4PM-6PM 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 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. | ||
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Start: 10:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Let's Go Walking! When: Thu, Mar 05, 2020 10AM-5PM
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 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:
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. | ||
03 / 6
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:15 pm
Unusual Facts About Galaxies When: Fri, Mar 06, 2020 6PM-8:15PM Tuesday shows are at 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Date Sept 24, 27 Oct Nov 5, 8 Dec 3, 6 Jan 7, 10 Feb 4, 7 Mar 3, 6 Apr 7, 10 May 5, 8 Jun 2, 5 Planetarium shows are generally on the first Tuesday and on the second Friday of each month (with exceptions during November and January). | ||
03 / 7
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Grab Your Gloves! When: Sat, Mar 07, 2020 8:45AM-12PM
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 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
Please note: Televisions, microwaves, sewing machines and small engines are not repairable at this event. What to expect
ContactFor more information contact us at RepairCafeGresham@gmail.com or 503-618-2694.Repair PDXGresham Repair Cafe | ||
03 / 8
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Let's Play Futsal! When: Sun, Mar 08, 2020 5PM-7PM 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.
For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal. | ||
03 / 9
Start: 6:30 pm
Get involved, Make a difference When: Mon, Mar 09, 2020 6:30PM-8:30PM 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 Neighborhood Meeting, Everyone's Invited
Seeking Board Members. Are you motivated, passionate, creative? Who should 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! | ||
03 / 10
Start: 3:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Be Engaged. Please Attend When: Tue, Mar 10, 2020 3PM-5PM 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 For more information about the Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations, contact Carol Rulla, Coalition President, at 503-663-1466 or crullaor@gmail.com. | ||
03 / 11
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Be Engaged. Please Attend When: Wed, Mar 11, 2020 6PM-8:00PM 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. | ||
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03 / 14
Start: 9:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
Apply For A Passport When: Sat, Mar 14, 2020 9AM-2PM CANCELED 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 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 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. | ||
03 / 15
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Let's Play Futsal! When: Sun, Mar 15, 2020 5PM-7PM CANCELED 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.
For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal. | ||
03 / 16
Start: 4:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm
Get involved, Make a difference When: Mon, Mar 16, 2020 4:30PM-6:30PM CANCELED 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 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. | ||
03 / 17
Start: 3:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
Be Engaged. Please Attend When: Tue, Mar 17, 2020 3PM-5PM CANCELED 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 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. | ||
03 / 18
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Let's Go Walking! When: Wed, Mar 18, 2020 9AM-5PM
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 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 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. | ||
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03 / 21
Start: 10:30 am
End: 3:00 pm
Don't Toss It - Swap It! When: Sat, Mar 21, 2020 10:30AM-3PM CANCELED Join the City of Gresham and Green Minded Gresham by participating in waste reduction and reuse activities.
For more information about this event, contact Shaunna Sutcliffe at 503-618-2694 or Shaunna.Sutcliffe@GreshamOregon.gov. | ||
03 / 22
Start: 5:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Let's Play Futsal! When: Sun, Mar 22, 2020 5PM-7PM CANCELED 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.
For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.Futsal flier and waiverRead more about Sunday Futsal. | ||
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03 / 24
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Let's Go Walking! When: Tue, Mar 24, 2020 9AM-5PM CANCELED
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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