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See the Night Sky
When: Tue, Oct 04, 2016 6PM-8:15PM |
Two shows: at 6:00 pm and 7:15 pm
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.
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Let's Fix It!
When: Sat, Oct 08, 2016 1PM-3:30PM |
Don't junk it, repair it. Bring your broken household items to be repaired for free by skilled volunteers.
The City and Coalition of Gresham Neighborhood Associations sponsor a Gresham Repair Café three times a year.
Televisions, microwaves and small engines are not repairable at this event.
For more information or to volunteer, contact us at repaircafegresham@gmail.com or 503-618-2694 or visit the Repair Cafe Facebook page.
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sat, Oct 08, 2016 8:30AM-2PM |
The Gresham Farmers Market takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday from May to October. Held in downtown Gresham at NW 3rd Street and NW Miller Avenue, the market offers shoppers fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, great food and live music.
For more information visit the Gresham Farmers' Market website or Facebook page.
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sun, Oct 09, 2016 11AM-3PM |
The Rockwood Farmers Market is a community-focused market featuring fresh produce from local farms in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. Purchase local fruits and produce, jams and jellies, enjoy hot food vendors, music, a weekly activity for kids and more.
The outdoor market is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays next to the Plaza del Sol, SE 187th Avenue, between East Burnside and SE Stark Street. The market runs on Sundays until October 16.
WIC, SNAP and Farm Direct coupons are accepted.
Take the MAX: The market is conveniently located right off of the Rockwood/E 188th Ave MAX stop. There is parking available and the market is accessible for bikes as well.
The Market is a collaboration of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregons Interfaith Food & Farms Partnership and the Rockwood Co-op.
Be a sponsor, volunteer or vendor at the market. For more information call 503-221-1054, ext. 215 or email rockwoodfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Visit the Rockwood Farmers Market website.
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Get involved, Make a difference
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The Gresham Redevelopment Commission Advisory Committee (GRDCAC) meets as needed on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
The GRDCAC advises the Gresham Redevelopment Commission (GRDC) on the implementation of Rockwood-West Gresham Urban Renewal plans.
For more information, please contact Cecille Turley, Urban Renewal Program Technician, at 503-618-2545 or Cecille.Turley@GreshamOregon.gov.
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Genealogy Help HourWhen: Every-other Friday 7-8PM |
Are you starting a family tree but don't know where to begin? Having a particular researching issue with an ancestor? Just want to talk genealogy shop? Come on down to the museum every other Friday 7-8PM. Our first geneaology help session begins 10/14. Admission is Free!
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Safer Walking & Biking
When: Sat, Oct 15, 2016 10AM-2PM |
The City wants to understand how getting around town can help you stay active, fit and healthy. Join us for a 2.2-mile walk from Gresham's Civic Center on Eastman Parkway to the new Rockwood Rising site on 187th and Stark Street. Along the walk, we want to hear from you about what street improvements would make walking and biking easier, safer and more enjoyable in Gresham. Slip on your walking shoes and join us.
Families, strollers and mobile chairs are welcome.
Language translation other than English available upon request; call 971-231-7426 to schedule.
At the Rockwood Rising site, come out to see what plans the Gresham Redevelopment Commission has been cooking up for a new Rockwood town center. Sample free foods from many different cultural cuisines from local entrepreneurs and food vendors. Learn what types of programs and services could be located there, and how you and your family can give input about what you'd like to see there.
For more information about this event, contact Emily Bower at 503-618-2416 or Emily.Bower@GreshamOregon.gov.
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sat, Oct 15, 2016 8:30AM-2PM |
The Gresham Farmers Market takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday from May to October. Held in downtown Gresham at NW 3rd Street and NW Miller Avenue, the market offers shoppers fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, great food and live music.
For more information visit the Gresham Farmers' Market website or Facebook page.
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Saturday's thru October
When: Sun, Oct 16, 2016 11AM-3PM |
The Rockwood Farmers Market is a community-focused market featuring fresh produce from local farms in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. Purchase local fruits and produce, jams and jellies, enjoy hot food vendors, music, a weekly activity for kids and more.
The outdoor market is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays next to the Plaza del Sol, SE 187th Avenue, between East Burnside and SE Stark Street. The market runs on Sundays until October 16.
WIC, SNAP and Farm Direct coupons are accepted.
Take the MAX: The market is conveniently located right off of the Rockwood/E 188th Ave MAX stop. There is parking available and the market is accessible for bikes as well.
The Market is a collaboration of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregons Interfaith Food & Farms Partnership and the Rockwood Co-op.
Be a sponsor, volunteer or vendor at the market. For more information call 503-221-1054, ext. 215 or email rockwoodfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
Visit the Rockwood Farmers Market website.
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When: Thu, Oct 20, 2016 6:30PM-8PM |
The Community Development and Housing Subcommittee advises the City Council on community development and housing goals, policies and budgets.
For more information about this event contact Laurie Wells, Program Analyst at 503-618-2404 or Laurie.Wells@GreshamOregon.gov.
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!
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