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1874 Zimmerman House, Gresham Oregon. Click to enlarge

Welcome Spring! Zimmerman House Tours Sat May 15th 10AM -3PM A lasting vestige of East Multnomah County's agricultural roots

When: Saturday May 15, 2010 10AM-3PM
Where: Zimmerman Park
17111 NE Sandy Blvd
Gresham OR
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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.

Under-insured, unemployed? Needing healthcare services? Attend this Free1-Day Health Fair! Saturday, May 22nd

When: Saturday May 22, 2010 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Portland Lutheran School
740 SE 182nd
Gresham, OR
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Free Clinic

This year is the 5th year for Compassion Rockwood, an all day FREE health event where doctors, dentist, and more get together in one location to help under-insured members of the greater Rockwood / West Gresham area. No appointment necessary. Simply show up and attend.

This years services include:

• Basic Medical Exams
• Basic Emergency Dental Treatments
• Dental Cleaning (ages 3-18 only)
• Basic Chiropractic Exams
• Vison Care
• Social Service Fair
• Childrens Activities
• City of Gresham Disaster Preparedness Education
• And more!

This clinic is limited in the services, therefore we are asking that only members of the community with a real need for care attend, especially in the area of dental. Guests are not required to disclose their income level or make a commitment to give back to their community through volunteering.

Join us for a Morning Bird Walk at Nadaka Park Learn the value of urban natural areas.

When: Thursday May 27, 2010 07:30AM - 08:30AM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
17500 NE Pacific St
Gresham, Oregon
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Join us for a morning stroll

In celebration of Great Blue Heron Week, join Jim Labbe with Audubon Society of Portland and Lee Dayfield with Wilkes East Neighborhood Association for morning stroll through Nakada Nature Park in West Gresham.

We'll explore the natural and human history of this unique neighborhood nature park and learn about efforts afoot to expand the park, improve access and environmental interpretation, and enhance its wildlife habitat. We'll also begin documenting bird species inhabiting the park and discuss the value of urban natural areas to avian biodiversity.

FREE!

Directions: Meet at the north entrance to Nadaka Nature Park located one block north of NE Glisan on NE 172nd and three blocks east on NE Pacific St. You can also get there by going west on NE Pacific St from NE 181st Ave.

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Install a rain garden into your landscape and you could be eligible for up to $100 rebate

Build a Rain Garden

A rain garden is landscaping that absorbs water from your roof or driveway.

Homeowners are catching on to rain gardens, a shallow depression in a yard that collects rainwater and sports a variety of flowers, shrubs and grasses.

$100 rain garden grants available

Planning to landscape this spring? By installing a rain garden into your landscape to manage stormwater from your home, you could be eligible for up to $100 from the City and East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District. Ten rain garden grants ($100 maximum per garden) are available to Gresham residents.

Rain Garden Grant Application and Details

Getting started

Rain Garden Guidelines
Downspout Disconnection Information
Rain Garden Plant List (Sun and Shade)
Rain Garden Sunny Plant Palette
Rain Garden Shady Plant Palette
Native Plant Suppliers
Commonly Asked Questions
Visit Gresham Rain Gardens

Rain Garden and Downspout Disconnection Suitability Zones - This map shows the probability that a rain garden, downspout disconnection, or other stormwater management technique can be safely implemented on your property. It does not guarantee the safety of stormwater management on any property. Call Jamie Stamberger, 503-618-2793, if you would like assistance determining rain garden and downspout suitability on your property.

Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations Board Meeting Tuesday Apr 13, 2010 7:00PM

When: Tuesday Apr 13, 2010 7:00PM
Where: Gresham City Hall, Springwater Trail Room
1333 NW Eastman Pky
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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 a little dirty have some fun! Celebrate Earth Day 2010 at Nadaka Park

When: Apr 17, 2010, Sat 9AM-1PM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
NE 175th Ave and NE Pacific St
Gresham, OR
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Directions

From I-84: Take the 181st exit, travel south, turn right on NE Pacific St.
From Glisan (eastbound): Turn left on NE 172nd Av, turn right on NE Pacific St.

Earth Day at Nadaka

Join other volunteers as we clear invasive plants & beautify Nadaka Nature Park, a 10-acre natural area with a dense forest and inviting meadow.

• Metro Mobile Garden will be here w/native plants & trees to purchase for Nadaka or your own yard.
• Friends of Trees will be here to help plant 4 new large trees in Nadaka

Click here to register with SOLV for this event!.

Rain or Shine! Come dressed for weather and help improve Nadaka Nature Park. Bring working gloves & a water bottle if you have them. Volunteer as long as you can.

Coffee, juice, water & refreshments provided by Wilkes East Neighborhood.

For more information contact Brett Lyon, SOLV Coordinator 503-844-9571 x332, or email brett@solv.org.

Celebrate Earth Day Free event! Green living tips, fun crafts, and more Saturday, April 17th 11AM-3PM

When: Saturday, April 17, 2010 11AM-3PM
Where: The Center for the Arts Plaza
between NE 2nd & 3rd on NE Hood St
Gresham OR
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"Green Grows Your Garden and Gresham"

In the spirit of Earth Day, don’t miss “Green Grows Your Garden and Gresham,” a free, activity-filled community event from 11AM to 3PM green living tips and ideas for adults, and fun crafts and learning for children. Talk with local experts about growing your own food, gardening and composting, trees, water quality, and more.

Earth Day Celebration and Recycling Event! Saturday April 24th

When: Saturday, April 24, 2010 9AM-2PM
Where: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pky
Gresham, OR
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Join us as Gresham celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day on Saturday April 24th 2010 from 9AM to 2PM.

Activities include a free recycling event and free celebration with fun for all ages! (Complete information below)

Green living booths & tips. Native plant sales. Build fun crafts. Live entertainment & food!

Open to all Gresham and Wood Village residents.

Wilkes East Neighborhood Board Meeting Monday Apr 26, 2010 6:30PM

When: Monday Apr 26, 2010 6:30PM
Where: (Contact for location)

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

For more information please contact: info@wilkeseastna.org

Rockwood's Plaza del Sol, 187th & Stark.Click to enlarge

Join us "at Pluto" in Plaza del Sol as we officially declare Pluto a planet!

When: Thur Feb 18, 2010 5:30PM-7PM
Where: Plaza del Sol
18709 SE Stark
Gresham, OR
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Event Info

Please join the Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee's Work Group and the City of Gresham as we officially declare Pluto a planet.

After the ceremony, head on over to Lazer Planet located at 340 NW Burnside, Gresham, OR. In honor of "Pluto Day" Lazer Planet is giving away one free game per person at their entertainment center for anyone who mentions "Pluto Day' from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on February 18, 2010.