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2018 Summer Newsletter "Diversity, Harmony, Community - Together 'WE' can make a difference!”

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Inside This Issue:   Walgreen’s 162nd Has A New Purpose Wilkes Elementary Grand Opening 8/21 Diaz Named New Superintendent RSD Happenings at Nadaka Nature Park First Day of School Schedules Old School Furniture - Where It Went

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Newsletters are a regular publication of the Wilkes East Neighborhood Association. They are hand-delivered to over 1,500 residences and businesses in our area 3 times per year, timed to correspond with our regular meetings.

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East County Parks: A Need & Opportunity for Renewal

Join us to view this new film 10:30 am to Noon Saturday June 2 at St. Aidan's Episcopal Church in Rockwood!

Click to view trailer!

Support Our Public Parks When: Sat Jun 02, 2018 10:30AM-12:00PM Where: St Aidan's Episcopal Church 17405 NE Glisan St Portland, OR 97230 (next to Nadaka Nature Park) Get Map!

Following the 15 minute film we'll have a short discussion. Light refreshments will be served.

Can't Make June 2?
You can catch screenings at the following other times and locations:

• June 20 screening for High School Students. Email for details.
• August 18 the Nadaka Community Festival.
• August 25 Rock the Block
• Additional screenings will be posted here when scheduled.

Learn More
Springwater Parks & Community is a project of the East Metro Arts, Community & Culture

Earth Day Everyday Free Recycle Event When: Sat, Apr 28, 2018 9AM-2PM Where: Gresham City Hall Parking Lot 1333 NW Eastman Pky. Get Map!

The City will hold its annual recycling event in celebration of Earth Day. This event is free to Gresham and Wood Village residents (businesses may only participate in recycling fluorescents).

Items that can be recycled or donated

Volunteer

We are also looking for volunteers for this year's event. Tasks may include directing traffic, handing out flyers, unloading materials from automobiles and sorting materials. Sign up to volunteer.

Hazardous waste collection

A separate hazardous waste collection event will be hosted by Metro:

• 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Mt. Hood Community College, Parking lot N

More information

• Recycle@GreshamOregon.gov
• 503-618-2518

Celebrate Earth Day! Come Lend a Hand! When: Sat Apr 21, 2018 9AM-12PM Where: Nadaka Nature Park (Meet at the picnic structure) 17615 NE Glisan St Get Map!

Bring A Friend!
Join Friends of Nadaka to restore a healthy habitat at Nadaka Nature Park.

REGISTER HERE!

We will be removing invasive species such as English Ivy from the 10 acre forested portion of the park. Tools, gloves, and light refreshments will be provided.

Dress to work in natural areas: long pants, brimmed hat, and closed-toe sturdy shoes.

Please bring a water bottle and a friend!

Become a Volunteer, Join Our Team!

When: Thu Apr 12, 2018 4PM-7PM
Where: Zimmerman Park
17111 NE Sandy Blvd
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

If you have ever thought about volunteering at the Zimmerman House or joining ECHO (East County Historical Organization) -- now's your chance to learn more! We are holding two "open house" events: on Thursday, April 12th from 4pm - 7pm and Saturday, April 14th from 9am-noon. The Zimmerman House is at 17111 NE Sandy Blvd in Gresham. Stop by and join us for a cup of coffee and cookies.

ECHO was formed in 1987 and is home to both the Zimmerman House and Heslin House museums. We are an all-volunteer organization at this time, and are looking for new members and volunteers to support the preservation work at both sites, do basic office work, help with marketing, work in the gardens, etc.

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. We are hoping to be open to the public every Saturday again this summer, and are recruiting new volunteers to be on-site.

More Info
Please contact us at info@echohistory.org or 503-618-0946. You can learn more about the Zimmerman House Museum by visiting the ECHO East County Historical Organization website at echohistory.org/.

Become a Volunteer, Join Our Team!

When: Sat Apr 14, 2018 9AM-12PM
Where: Zimmerman Park
17111 NE Sandy Blvd
Gresham, OR
Get Map!

If you have ever thought about volunteering at the Zimmerman House or joining ECHO (East County Historical Organization) -- now's your chance to learn more! We are holding two "open house" events: on Thursday, April 12th from 4pm - 7pm and Saturday, April 14th from 9am-noon. The Zimmerman House is at 17111 NE Sandy Blvd in Gresham. Stop by and join us for a cup of coffee and cookies.

ECHO was formed in 1987 and is home to both the Zimmerman House and Heslin House museums. We are an all-volunteer organization at this time, and are looking for new members and volunteers to support the preservation work at both sites, do basic office work, help with marketing, work in the gardens, etc.

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. We are hoping to be open to the public every Saturday again this summer, and are recruiting new volunteers to be on-site.

More Info
Please contact us at info@echohistory.org or 503-618-0946. You can learn more about the Zimmerman House Museum by visiting the ECHO East County Historical Organization website at echohistory.org/.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri, Mar 02, 2018 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at H.B. Lee Middle School, 1121 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat, Mar 03, 2018 8PM-12 am Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at Friends of the Children at 424 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule

• 8:00 - 10:00 pm for grades 6-8
• 10:00 pm - 12:00 am for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri, Mar 09, 2018 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Friday nights at H.B. Lee Middle School, 1121 NE 172nd Ave.

• Open to boys and girls in grades 6-12
• Learn new skills, make new friends, play basketball.
• Adult supervision and mentorship provided by the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC).
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

Schedule

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

See the Night Sky When: Fri, Mar 09, 2018 6PM-8:15PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Planetarium 26000 SE Stark St. Get Map!

There are two shows at this evening's show, with start times at at 6:00 pm and 7:15 pm.

This show will be presented in the Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) Planetarium Sky Theater, located beneath the library on the Gresham campus, 26000 SE Stark St. 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.

Admission fees:

• General public $5
• MHCC students $2 with valid ID
• Children 17 and under $2

For more information contact Pat Hanrahan at pat.hanrahan@mhcc.edu.

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