Leisure

1874 Zimmerman House. Click to Enlarge

Hello Spring! When: Sat May 16, 2015 Noon-4PM Where: Zimmerman Park 17111 NE Sandy Blvd Gresham, OR Get Map!

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.

Tour Local Naturescapes When: Sat May 16, 2015 11AM-4PM Where: East Multnomah Soil & Water Conservation District 5211 N Williams Av Get Map!

Local Tour
Enjoy behind-the-scenes access to naturescaped yards and gardens that are bursting with color and creativity on this free, self-guided tour. The yard tour is a unique opportunity to meet the do-it-yourself gardeners who have created low-maintenance landscapes featuring native plants, wildlife attractors and water conservation, all without relying on synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.

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Slabtown When: Sat May 16, 2015 9AM-11AM Meet: The Fields Park NW Overton St and 10th Ave 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 07th through September 19th 2015.

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!

Let's Go Bike Riding When: Sat May 16, 2015 10AM-12PM Meet: Main City Park 219 S Main Ave Springwater Trail Entrance Gresham, OR Get map!

Join the Fun
Join friends and neighbors for bicycle ride along the Springwater Corridor. The ride will follow the Springwater Corridor to Boring and will return on the same path. The ride will be approximately 10 miles long and will be taken at a leisurely, family-friendly pace. Bike helmets are required.

Read more about Bike Month in Gresham.

Located in the NE corner of the Gresham KMart parking lot bordered by Eastman Pky and NW Burnside Rd

Let's Ride Bikes When: Sun May 17, 2015 10AM-1PM Meet: Main City Park 219 S Main Ave Springwater Trail Entrance Gresham, OR Get map!

Adult Fun!
This group bike ride for experienced riders will meet in Main City Park at the Springwater Corridor junction and departs at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 17. Join other experienced riders on a 30-mile ride in the Gresham/Troutdale/Sandy River area (see route map). The group will take a break along the route where food or drinks may be purchased.

Read more about Bike Month in Gresham.

Join the fun on the plaza! When: Fri May 29, 2015 3PM-8PM           Sat May 30, 2015 10AM-4PM Where: Plaza del Sol 18535 SE Stark St Gresham OR Get Map!

Everyone's Invited!
Join us May 29th & 30th for Rock the Block, an engaging, family-oriented community celebration.

• Fri May 29
  Free! Feast of Nations 6:30PM
  Farmers Market 3PM-7PM
• Sat May 30
  Kids Parade 12PM
  Free! Kids Lunch 12:30PM

Are you coming out to the Rock the Block Kids Parade on Saturday, May 30th at noon? Special guests include Multnomah County Commissioner Loretta Smith, author Mitchell Jackson, SEI Drumline and Dancers, Rojo and Smokey the Therapy Llamas, Portland Farmers Mobile Bike Market and many more! Each child participating will receive a rainbow hand kite, balloon, lei, t-shirt, backpack and a book!

Rock the Block provides a forum for the community to connect to youth activity and resource providers in the area and thrive on an ongoing basis. Festival Poster

Read more about Rock the Block as well as event volunteer opportunities.

Beautiful Views! When: Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:30AM-5PM Where: Columbia River Gorge Meet at: Gresham City Hall 1333 NW Eastman Pwy Gresham, OR Get Map!

This will be a five-mile hike in the Columbia River Gorge east of White Salmon, Wash. We should see wildflowers and beautiful views of the river and mountains. Please bring lunch to eat on the trail. There is a new trailhead here, with ample parking and restrooms. You will need hiking boots and long pants, as there are ticks and poison oak along the trail. Walking poles are also recommended.

• Round-trip travel: 120 miles
• Difficulty: Strenuous
• Elevation gain: 1,200 feet
• Suggested donation per hiker: $12

Rain or Shine! When: Sat Apr 04, 2015 11AM-1:30PM Where: Greater Gresham Baptist Church 3848 NE Division St Gresham, OR Get Map!

Family Friendly Event!
Join us for an Easter Eggstravaganza, a free, family-friendly event with baskets, Peter Cottontail, games, prizes and treats galore. Lunch will also be available for purchase.

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Nadaka Nature Park, Gresham OR New Picnic Shelter. Click to enlarge

Join the Festivities! When: Sat Apr 04, 2015 10AM-12PM Where: Nadaka Nature Park 17600 NE Glisan Gresham, OR Get Map! Rain or Shine Event

Let's Celebrate!
Join us for the official opening of Gresham's newest natural play area and community garden on the south two acres of Nadaka Nature Park. The Audubon Society of Portland’s Education Birds will be present and teaming up with Slough School to provide environmental education. Nature play expert from ONPLAY will be demonstrating the possibilities the nature play area can provide. Public officials and project partners will be there to say a few words about Nadaka.

The event will feature free information, demonstrations and refreshments.

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