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When: Tue, May 07, 2019 6PM-8PM |
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.
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Let's Go Walking!
When: Thu, May 09, 2019 9AM-5PM |
Catherine Creek is a popular and beautiful area on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge. We will hike the upper part of the area first, which is about three miles. After returning to the cars, we will enjoy our lunches. There are no tables. After lunch, we will walk the lower part of the area,which is a paved trail with great views and usually lots of flowers. Bring snacks, water and lunch. We recommend long pants, boots/shoes with sturdy soles and poles. This area is exposed to weather, so dress accordingly. Be prepared for ticks, snakes and poison oak.
For more information about this hike please contact Bob Criteser at 503-807-1160 or Sandy Anderson at 503-709-4190.
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.
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Seeing the Invisible Universe
When: Fri, May 10, 2019 6PM & 7:15PM |
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.
2018-2019 MHCC Planetarium Sky Theater Schedule:
| Date | Topic |
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| October 2, 5 | Autumn Sky Wonders |
| November 6, 9 | Space Oddities; Stars That are Stranger Than Fiction |
| December 4, 7 | Treasures of Orion and his Neighbors |
| January 8, 11 | 2019: A Snapshot of Upcoming Astronomical Events |
| February 5, 8 | Seeing the Invisible Universe |
| March 5, 8 | What did NASA’s New Horizons Spacecraft Find Beyond Pluto? |
| April 2, 5 | Auroras, Cosmic Rays, Shooting Stars, and Other Space Invaders |
| May 7, 10 | Seeing the Invisible Universe (moved from February due to snow cancellations) |
| June 4, 7 | Hubble’s Wonders From Almost 29 years in Space. |
All planetarium shows are at 6 and 7:15 pm. All of the above dates represent the first Tuesday of each month that the school is open followed by the Friday of that same week.
More Info
For more info visit: http://www.mhcc.edu/Planetarium
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Let's Hoop It Up!
When: Fri, May 10, 2019 6PM-10PM |
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.
For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.
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Free, Drop-in Soccer Program
When: Fri, May 10, 2019 4PM-6PM |
The City offers a free, drop-in soccer program for youth on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 pm at the Eastside Timbers and Thorns Soccer Complex.
This event is sponsored by the City of Gresham.
Read more about community Friday night soccer.
For more information, contact Ricki Ruiz at 503-583-0771 or Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov.
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NW Stairs and Trails LoopWhen: Sat May 11, 2019 6PM-8PM |
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NW Stairs and Trails Loop Discover some of the Northwest neighborhoods public stairs and hike along the Lower Macleay and Wildwood trails.
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Let's Go Walking!
Join us on another great Ten Toe Express walk throughout inner-city Portland sponsored by the Portland Bureau of Transportation. The Ten Toe Express program is a series of guided walks held Thursdays @ 6PM and Saturdays @ 9AM from May 2nd through September 14th 2019.
Each easy and informal Ten Toe Express walk explores the area neighborhood, architecture and unique history. Walk takes about 2 hours, cover 3.5 - 4.5 miles and are open to all ages and skill levels. Did we mention it's free!
Take TriMet!
For your convenience, all walks begin and end along TriMet routes. Use TriMet’s Trip Planner (click here) or call 503-238-RIDE (7433) for help in finding the right bus, train, or streetcar for you.
For more details, contact Rich Cassidy: rich.cassidy@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-6051.
For even more guided walks, check out NeighborWalks. NeighborWalks is a collaborative community walking program brought to you by AARP Oregon, City of Portland Bureau of Transportation and Oregon Walks. See the full schedule here.
(2019 Ten Toe Express schedule below this break)
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Join us Saturday!When: Sat May 11, 2019 10AM-10PM |
The forest at Nadaka Nature Park is once again alive with activity as our diverse population of birds are busy nesting, singing, and enjoying the spring air! This May, join Friends of Nadaka and the Audubon Society of Portland as we lead a Spring Bird Walk through Nadaka’s beautiful forest and meadow. We will identify birds and bird calls, talk about species characteristics, and enjoy the richness of our urban bird population!
A limited number of binoculars will be provided. New and experienced birders are all welcome!
Meet at the Nadaka Nature Park picnic shelter at 9:45am to sign in and enjoy coffee and light refreshments before we start our walk at 10am.
Cost: FREE
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sat, May 11, 2019 8:30AM-2PM |
The Gresham Farmers Market is a community gathering place where you can stroll, shop and listen to live music. The market offers shoppers fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, fresh food and live music.
Dont forget to bring your bag or basket from home.
Enjoy a picnic on the grass and a splash in the Children's Fountain splash pads on the Arts Plaza.
For more information about the Gresham Farmers' Market contact us at 971-303-2248 or manager@greshamfarmersmarket.com, or visit the Gresham Farmers' Market website.
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sat, May 11, 2019 9AM-3PM |
The Gresham Saturday Market is a farmer's market that includes in-season farm-fresh produce, fruits and berries, crafts, artisans, fresh flowers, plants, services, and unique offerings, plus great food and live entertainment. Ample on-site parking is available next to the market.
For more information, call 503-912-4122 or visit the Gresham Saturday Market website.
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Let's Hoop It Up!
When: Sat, May 11, 2019 8PM-12 am |
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.
For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.
Thank You!
Wilkes East Neighborhood would like express our gratitude to the following for their generous contributions & continued support:
• Jazzy Bagels, Main St & Powell
• Parkrose Hardware, 106th & Sandy
• Growers Outlet, 162nd & Glisan
• SOLV, Bringing Oregon together
• Albertsons, 181st & Glisan
• And, all the many volunteers!
