Announcement

Retro Big Band Music When: Fri Apr 08, 2016 7PM-9PM Where: Gresham High School 1200 N. Main Ave. Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Gresham High School Band program presents "Big Band Swing Dance," for all ages from 7-9 p.m. Friday, April 8, featuring the Gopher Jazz Underground and guest performers the Dexter McCarty Middle School Jazz Band.

Held at the Gresham High School cafeteria, 1200 N. Main Ave. Tickets are $10 at the door and support the Gopher Jazz Underground's June performance at Disneyland and the Dexter McCarty Jazz Program.

The concert includes a free swing dance lesson, cake auction, basket raffle, photo booth and bake sale.

For more information or to reserve a VIP table, call 503-515-7693.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri Apr 08, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR 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, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat Apr 09, 2016 8PM-12AM Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Avenue Gresham, OR Get Map!

Middle school and high school youth can attend free basketball practice, skill building and game play on Saturday 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:

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

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Sat Apr 09, 2016 9AM-11:30AM Where: Gresham Meadowlands near intersection of SE Paropa Avenue and SE Hale Drive Gresham, OR Get Map!

Join us to explore this restored wetland site and meet the resident amphibians and reptiles. Learn about identification, natural history, and conservation of Gresham’s diverse species.

This hands-on class is great for all ages. Dress for the weather. Rain boots or waders recommended. Light refreshments will be provided.

For more information about this event contact Ivy Watson at 503-618-2383 or Ivy.Watson@GreshamOregon.gov

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Mon Apr 11, 2016 6PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Gresham Sister City Association is a volunteer-based non-profit that works in our local community in conjunction with our sister cities abroad to promote and strengthen our educational, economic and cultural ties and enrich the lives of our citizens by contributing to world peace and prosperity.

For more information about this event contact Aaron Abrams at 503-618-2482 or Aaron.Abrams@GreshamOregon.gov.

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Mon Apr 11, 2016 6:30PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Springwater Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

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 Tammy Richardson, Planning Technician at 503-618-2401 or Tammy.Richardson@GreshamOregon.gov.

Coalition of Gresham Neighborhoods When: Tue Apr 12, 2016 7PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Public welcome
The Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations was formed to provide structure and support for the leadership of Gresham's neighborhood associations, enabling more effective cooperation among neighborhood associations in order to achieve desired outcomes. Goals of the Coalition include providing a public forum for the review and evaluation of issues and problems, providing education and information on specific areas such as land use, and providing a unified voice for the neighborhood associations.

The Coalition meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7:00PM

Get Involved, Make A Difference When: Wed Apr 13, 2016 6:30PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham City Hall Oregon Trail Room Gresham, OR Get Map!

The Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee (GRDCAC) meets as needed on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

The GRDCAC advises the Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) on the implementation of Rockwood-West Gresham Urban Renewal plans.

For more information, please contact Cecille Turley, Urban Renewal Program Technician, at 503-618-2545 or Cecille.Turley@GreshamOregon.gov.

NGC-3603 MHCC Planetarium website

26 yrs of Breathtaking Hubble Images When: Thu Apr 14, 2016 Show Times: 6PM, 7:15PM Where: Mt Hood Community College Planetarium Sky Theater 26000 SE Stark St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Admission $5. MHCC students $2.
The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.

26 yrs of Breathtaking Hubble Images
Join us for a tour of the night sky where you'll whiz through universe from the comfort of your seat! 2 shows starting at 6:00PM, 7:15PM.

The Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) Planetarium invites you enjoy another year of great public shows using their state-of-the-art digital star projection system.

Each show is presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and planetary images. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions during each program. Children are welcome to attend.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri Apr 15, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR 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, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.