Announcement

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat, Aug 03, 2019 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 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

• 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.

Summer Has Arrived When: Sat, Aug 03, 2019 12PM-4PM Where: Zimmerman House 17111 NE Sandy Blvd. Get Map!

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 open every Saturday in July and August from noon - 4:00 pm.

We have three, new special exhibits:

• Isobel Zimmerman was born 120 years ago this July, and we are celebrating her life through photos, text, and more.
• Well explore the contents of a traveling trunk found in the house, which belonged to Isobels uncle, Andrew McCall.
• There is a small photo exhibit of vintage cars please come help identify the year and make!

Admission is free, with donations welcome and appreciated. Come and enjoy the gardens as well.

For more information, please visit echohistory.org, call 503-618-0946 or email info@echohistory.org.

Let's Kick Ball! When: Sun, Aug 04, 2019 5PM-7PM Where: Friends of the Children gym 424 NE 172nd Ave. Get Map!

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.
• 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.
• Sponsored by the City of Gresham.

For more information, email Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or call 503-583-0771.

Read more about Sunday Futsal.

Flyer and waiver

Fight Back Against Crime When: Tue, Aug 06, 2019 8AM-8PM Where: Various locations throughout Gresham Get Map!

Its fun with a purpose! Everyone's invited to National Night Out, when the Citys Neighborhoods across the city hold cookouts, block parties, and fun activities for all ages in select parks with Police, Fire and City officials visiting to say hello.

Join your neighbors on Tuesday, August 6, to strengthen neighborhood spirit and build strong police-community partnerships.

To organize a National Night Event in your neighborhood, or find out if there's an event already planned in your neighborhood, contact Michael Gonzales at 503-618-2482 or Michael.Gonzales@GreshamOregon.gov.

Learn more about National Night Out.

Farm Fresh, Hand Crafted When: Wed, Aug 07, 2019 4PM-8:30PM Where: Gresham Station 649 NW 12th St. Get Map!

Welcome to Greshams only weekday farmers market!

Join us every Wednesday evening starting at 4:00 pm at Gresham Station, at NW 11th Street in between NW Civic Drive and NW Sleret Avenue.

More than 40 local vendors are confirmed to join the Gresham Station Twilight Market, many of whom also showcase their products at the Gresham Farmers Market on Saturdays.

For more information about this event, contact Christina Blaser at 626-318-7508 or christinab@harsch.com.

Twilight Market at Gresham Station website

Hundreds of Hot Rods! When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 10AM-3PM Where: Main Avenue in downtown Gresham Get Map!

Cruzin' the Block car show takes place on Main Avenue in downtown Gresham on Saturday, Aug. 10. Events will be open to the public from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.

The event features a display of classic cars, along with lots of other activities, including:

Event highlights:

• Live music with Ron Ruedi and the Hurricanes
• Vendor row
• Free face painting
• Balloon artist
• More than 50 awards and trophies
• Raffle prizes
• Saturday Night cruise on Main Avenue (for show participants only)

Registration

• Registration opens at 8:00 am
• Registration fee: $20 per vehicle (includes participants-only street cruise)

This event benefits the Mt. Hood Community College automotive program.

For more information about this event, contact:

• David at 503-860-8041 or pdxcarculture@gmail.com
• Jerry at 503-927-2030 or jerrykim3@comcast.net

Read more about this event.

Saturday's thru October When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 9AM-3PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College Parking Lot W 26000 SE Stark St. Get Map!

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.

Saturday's thru October When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 8:30AM-2PM Where: Arts Plaza NE 3rd Street and NE Hood Avenue Get Map!

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.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 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 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

• 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.

Summer Has Arrived When: Sat, Aug 10, 2019 12PM-4PM Where: Zimmerman House 17111 NE Sandy Blvd. Get Map!

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 open every Saturday in July and August from noon - 4:00 pm.

We have three, new special exhibits:

• Isobel Zimmerman was born 120 years ago this July, and we are celebrating her life through photos, text, and more.
• Well explore the contents of a traveling trunk found in the house, which belonged to Isobels uncle, Andrew McCall.
• There is a small photo exhibit of vintage cars please come help identify the year and make!

Admission is free, with donations welcome and appreciated. Come and enjoy the gardens as well.

For more information, please visit echohistory.org, call 503-618-0946 or email info@echohistory.org.