Leisure

Let's Go Hiking! When: Wed Apr 20, 2016 10AM-2PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

This 3.5-mile walk begins on a bark dust trail near the Happy Valley Library. It connects to a natural trail that goes through woods near Sieben Creek and then into older neighborhoods. From there we will enter the Taralon Community to explore a network of gravel and paved paths, cross wooden bridges, and pass wetlands on this 97-acre development. Then we will head uphill to the Happy Valley Sculpture Garden at City Hall, before returning downhill to the library.

• Round-trip travel: 19 miles
• Difficulty: Easy
• Elevation gain: Minimal
• Suggested donation per hiker: $2

For lunch we will walk uphill from the library for a few blocks to Happy Valley Station, an enclosed eating area surrounded by 19 food carts. You may purchase your lunch from a food cart or bring one from home to eat in the enclosed pavilion. Good walking shoes or hiking boots are recommended, as the natural trails can be muddy.

For more information about this hike please contact Ruth Cummings at 503-926-4840 or cummings0465@frontier.com.

Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.

Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.

Senior Healthy Hikers Member Guidelines

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri Apr 22, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR 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:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Let's Get Dirty! When: Sat Apr 23, 2016 9AM-12PM Where: Nadaka Nature Park 17615 SE Glisan Street Gresham, OR Get Map!

Join Friends of Nadaka for our SOLVE IT cleanup event to restore a healthy habitat at Nadaka Nature Park in honor of Earth Day. We will be removing invasive species such as English Ivy from the 10-acre, forested portion of the park.

Tools, gloves and light refreshments will be provided.

Dress to work in natural areas: long pants, warm clothes and closed-toe, sturdy shoes. Please bring a water bottle and a friend, and meet at the picnic shelter.

Register to participate.

For more information about this event contact Monica McAllister at 503-956-8558 or monica@friendsofnadaka.org.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat Apr 23, 2016 8PM-12AM Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Avenue Gresham, OR 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:

• 8-10 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Fresh Produce & Handcrafts When: Sat Apr 23, 2016 9AM-3PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College 26000 SE Stark Street Gresham, OR Get Map!

Saturday's Apr 16th through Sep 24th - 9AM to 3PM

The Gresham Saturday Market provides a vibrant marketplace offering a rich mix of regional, farm-grown goods, handcrafted products, fine art, unique gifts, fresh food and live music to enhance the community.

Now located at the Mt Hood Community College campus northwest parking lot, corner of NE 257th & Stark St with plenty of free parking.

For more information call 503-912-4122 or visit the Gresham Saturday Market website.

Come See the Flowers! When: Tue Apr 26, 2016 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Parkway Gresham, OR Get Map!

We will hike the short, paved interpretive trail on the south side of the road, then cross the road and hike the 3.5-mile trail to the top of the cliff, and circle back to the road. There are interesting geological formations, an old homestead, and there should be an abundance of wildflowers.

• Round-trip travel: 120 miles
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Elevation gain: 500 feet
• Suggested donation per hiker: $12

The area is mostly exposed, so sunshade, long pants, hiking boots and a walking stick are recommended.

Bring water and a lunch to eat along the trail.

For more information about this hike please contact Bob Criteser at 503-807-1160 or bocr41@gmail.com.

Senior Healthy Hikers asks that participants be 50 or older. A couple wishing to hike is welcome if one member of the couple is 50 or better.

Pets are not permitted on our hikes or walks.

Senior Healthy Hikers Member Guidelines

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Fri Apr 29, 2016 6PM-10PM Where: H.B. Lee Middle School 1121 NE 172nd Ave. Gresham, OR 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:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Fresh Produce & Handcrafts When: Sat Apr 30, 2016 9AM-3PM Where: Mt. Hood Community College 26000 SE Stark Street Gresham, OR Get Map!

Saturday's Apr 16th through Sep 24th - 9AM to 3PM

The Gresham Saturday Market provides a vibrant marketplace offering a rich mix of regional, farm-grown goods, handcrafted products, fine art, unique gifts, fresh food and live music to enhance the community.

Now located at the Mt Hood Community College campus northwest parking lot, corner of NE 257th & Stark St with plenty of free parking.

For more information call 503-912-4122 or visit the Gresham Saturday Market website.

Let's Hoop It Up! When: Sat Apr 30, 2016 8PM-12AM Where: Friends of the Children 424 NE 172nd Avenue Gresham, OR 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:

• 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-8
• 8-10 p.m. for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

S-t-r-e-t-c-h  your grocery dollar!

Enjoy the freshest produce, flowers, and plant starts direct from the garden.

Healthy and fresh
Farmer’s markets are a fantastic source for fresh, seasonal, locally produced foods and artisan products. Plus, you'll find great activities and fun for the whole family. Come experience the markets. Meet the vendors. Meet local cooks. Enjoy the freshest produce and products. Make your own statement in support of local food.

2018 Portland's Eastside Farmer's Markets

• Fairview Farmers' & Artists' Market (Apr 7-Oct 2)
• Gresham Saturday Market (Apr 16th-Sep 24th)
• Gresham Farmers Market (May 7th-Oct 29th)
• Hollywood Farmers' Market (year-round)
• Lents International Farmers' Market (Jun 5-Doc 30)
• Lloyd Farmers Market (year-round)
• Montavilla Farmers Market (year-round)
• Parkrose Farmers Market (May 7-Sep 10)
• Portland Farmers Market (year-round)
• Rockwood Farmers Market (Jun 12-Oct 16)
• Troutdale Farmers' and Artists' Market (year-round)
• Other Area Farmers Markets

(Complete details on these area markets below)

You'll find plenty of root vegetables, braising greens and lettuces, and of course plant starts for your own vegetable garden.

Bring your reusable shopping bags and plenty of small bills, though some of the markets will trade you a credit/debit card for wooden tokens that all vendors accept, which can be easier to handle than cash. We've indicated those markets that accept EBT or other food assistant coupons.