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1874 Zimmerman House. Click to Enlarge

Come see the flowers! When: Sat May 18, 2013 10AM-3PM Where: Zimmerman Park 17111 NE Sandy Blvd Gresham, OR Get Map!

Come celebrate the colors and smells of Spring with us!

A delightful 1874 Victorian farmhouse
Take a step back into history at the Zimmerman House, a Victorian era farmhouse, built in 1874 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This beautiful farmhouse is a perfect reflection of typical Columbia River dairy farm life in the late 1800s. The Zimmerman Heritage Farm is a unique cultural education and recreational resource that is being created for the benefit of the public on a 5.98-acre historic site in Gresham, Oregon.

Historic King's Hill and Vista Loop When: Sat May 18, 2013 9AM-11AM Meet: SE corner of SW 18th Ave & Salmon St Get Map! Cost: Free

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 9th through September 21st 2013.

Each easy and informal Ten Toe Express walk explores the area neighborhood, architecture and unique history. Walk takes about 2 hours, cover 2-4 miles and are open to all ages and skill levels. Did we mention it's free!

When: Sat May 18, 2013 10AM-12PM Meet: Main City Park 219 S Main Ave Gresham, OR Get map!

Join the Fun
If you are new to cycling, are a family with kids, or are just trying to get back on a bike this ride may be just what you're looking for. Come enjoy spring in Gresham and join us for a slow-paced family-friendly bike ride. This slower paced group ride around Gresham is mostly on bike paths, bike lanes, and low traffic residential streets.

Riders are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes early, the group leaves at 10AM sharp from Gresham’s Main City Park at the corner of Powell Blvd and Main Ave in historic downtown.

Every Saturday Now thru October! When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St Historic Downtown Gresham, OR Get Map!

Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.

Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.

When: Sun May 19, 2013 10AM-2PM Meet: Main City Park 219 S Main Ave Gresham, OR Get map!

Adult Fun!
This free, moderately-paced experienced group bicycle ride will explore the area between Gresham, Troutdale and the Sandy River. Spring is here, so why not celebrate with a bike ride. Join us for a 25-mile loop ride!

Riders are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes early, the group leaves at 10AM sharp from Gresham’s Main City Park at the corner of Powell Blvd and Main Ave in historic downtown.

When: Mon May 20, 2013 6PM-8PM Where: Gresham City Hall 1333 NE Eastman Pky Get Map!

Rain garden: landscaping that absorbs water from your roof or driveway

East Multnomah Soil and Water District (EMSWCD) is hosting a free rain garden workshop at Gresham City Hall Council Chambers. Join us for hors d’ oeuvres, beverages and learn how to build a rain garden. Eligible Gresham residents will receive a $200 cash incentive.

Neighborhood Board Meeting When: Mon May 20, 2013 6:30PM (Date changed due to holiday) Where: (Contact for location)

Board meetings are scheduled for the 4th Monday each month 6:30PM

For more information please contact: info@wilkeseastna.org

Upcoming Meetings

• Jun 24, 2013
• Jul 22, 2013
• Aug 26, 2013

Every Saturday Now thru October! When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St Historic Downtown Gresham, OR Get Map!

Fresh & Local
Shoppers will find all-natural meats and cheeses, fresh-picked produce, nursery stock and fresh-cut flowers, hand-crafted jewelry, soaps, artwork, and much more. Live music and food are always part of the market.

Located on Northwest Miller Avenue between Second and Third Street 8:30AM to 2PM each Saturday now through Oct. 26.

Capture Runoff Water When: Thu May 30, 2013 6PM-9PM Where: Gresham City Hall Council Chambers 1333 NE Eastman Pky Get Map!

Rain garden: landscaping that absorbs water from your roof or driveway

East Multnomah Soil and Water District (EMSWCD) is hosting a FREE rain garden workshop at Gresham City Hall Council Chambers. Join us for hors d’ oeuvres, beverages and learn how to build a rain garden. Eligible Gresham residents will receive a $200 cash incentive.

Free food, games and family-friendly fun When: Fri May 31, 2013 3PM-8PM Where: Plaza del Sol 187th & SE Stark Gresham, OR Get Map!

Join the fun!
A nonprofit event encouraging multicultural community engagement in Rockwood. Learn about positive youth programming for the summer and beyond.

Free food, games and family-friendly fun at Plaza del Sol. A free community meal will be served at Friday May 31st, 6PM.