Announcement

When: Thu, Mar 14, 2019 6PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Join the Gresham Fire Command Staff, current firefighters, and Human Resources to learn about the Gresham Fire Department, the selection process, strategies to be a successful candidate, and career opportunities as a Gresham Firefighter.

For more information about this event, contact us at HR@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2549.

When: Thu, Mar 14, 2019 6:30PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Conference Center 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Council President Jerry Hinton will host the annual Council Citizen Advisory Committee (CCAC) Leadership Coordinating meeting on with the liaisons and elected leaders of the Finance and Budget Committee, Youth Advisory Committee, Planning Commission and each of its five subcommittees. Committees will report on 2018 Council Work Plan projects/processes. City staff will present the 2019 Council Work Plan, followed by a roundtable discussion.

Light refreshments will be served.

For more information about this meeting, contact Teresa Hall at 503-618-2871 or Teresa.Hall@GreshamOregon.gov.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri, Mar 15, 2019 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

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

Registration form

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

When: Sat, Mar 16, 2019 10AM-3PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

Do you have travel plans? Do you wish you had travel plans? Take the first step and apply for your U.S. Passport! The City is offering an opportunity on Saturday, March 16 to submit your application.

Make sure you bring all the required documents and checks or money orders with you. Visit GreshamOregon.gov/Passports for detailed information on required documents and fees.

You may also call 503-618-2460 if you have additional questions.

Learn About Vultures When: Sat, Mar 16, 2019 12PM-3PM Where: Nadaka Nature Park and St. Aidan's Church 17405 NE Glisan Street Get Map!

Join Friends of Nadaka and the Portland Audubon Society for a day of family fun as we celebrate the Turkey Vultures return to Oregon this spring! Learn about vultures in our community, meet a real Turkey Vulture, and enjoy vulture-themed activities, including:

• Meet Ruby (Portland Audubons live Turkey Vulture) and other education birds in person
• Compare your wingspan to a California Condor
• Vulture crafts and masks
• Vulture-themed games
• Storytelling
• Nature scavenger hunt
• Snacks and drinks

This is a free event. Bring the whole family!

For more information, contact Grace Graham at 503-281-1132 or Grace.Graham@ColumbiaSlough.org

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat, Mar 16, 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.

Let's Kick Ball! When: Sun, Mar 17, 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 and print the waiver.

All-age Volleyball Fun! When: Mon, Mar 18, 2019 6PM-7:30PM Where: Clear Creek Middle School 219 NE 219th Ave. Get Map!

Volleyball players of all ages are invited to participate in this free activity. Volleyballs and nets will be provided. Community members and parents are welcome/

Participants under age of 18 must have adult present.

All participants must submit a signed waiver to participate.

• Waiver for adults
• Wavier for minors

For more information, contact the SUN Office at 503-261-4638 or farfan8@gresham.k12.or.us.

This opportunity is brought to you by the SUN Community School at Clear Creek Middle School in partnership with the City of Gresham.

Share Your Opinions When: Mon, Mar 18, 2019 5:30PM-7:30PM Where: Rosewood Initiative 16126 S.E. Stark St Get Map!

Metro regional government wants to hear how the two-mile trail at Glendoveer Golf and Tennis can better serve the community.

These ideas will shape a parks and nature bond measure being developed for voters across greater Portland to consider this fall. The forum will be from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, March 18, at the Rosewood Initiative, 16126 S.E. Stark St., Portland. Food will be provided. Register online at: oregonmetro.wufoo.com/forms/z1fuwx2e1rtce8z/.

Share Your Opinions When: Mon, Mar 18, 2019 6:30PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1331 NW Eastman Pky Get Map!

City Council and staff will host the first of four Community Conversations in 2019 on Public Safety - Police and Fire Services The 1.5-hour forum will provide an opportunity for the City to report on current public safety programs and projects and gather input from community members during the open discussion period.

For more information about this event, contact Teresa Hall at 503-618-2871 or Teresa.Hall@GreshamOregon.gov.