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Neighborhood Connections: May 2014
MHCC Planetarium Sky Theater, Unstable Stars: Tue May 06, 2014 6-9PM
Eta Carinae. MHCC Planetarium website |
Unstable StarsWhen: Tue May 06, 2014 |
Admission $2. MHCC students are admitted free.
The Sky Theater is wheelchair accessible.
Unstable Stars
Join us for a tour of the night sky where you'll whiz through universe from the comfort of your seat!
There are three shows this evening, with start times at 6:00PM, 7:15PM and 8:30PM.
The Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) Planetarium opens the year with more great public shows, a move to a new night and a state-of-the-art digital star projection system.
Each show is presented under a realistic representation of the night sky, featuring the latest galactic, stellar and planetary images.
Visitors are encouraged to ask questions during each program. Children are welcome to attend.
Gresham Saturday Market; Local Produce, Crafts, Artisan Foods & more: Sat May 10, 2014 9AM-3:30PM
When: Saturday, 9AM-3:30PM |
Win a $20 market certificate |
Over 90 vendors • Local Farm Fresh Produce, Fruits & Berries • Crafts • Fine Art • Artisan Foods • Unique Services • Music • Fun
Located in the NE corner of the Gresham Kmart parking lot at Eastman Parkway and NW Burnside Road with plenty of convenient parking. Open every Saturday now through Oct. 25. Accepting SNAP and WIC.
Gresham Farmers' Market brings fresh produce, crafts and more: Sat May 10, 2014 8:30AM-2PM
Opening Weekend!
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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. 25.
Free! Guided Walking Tours of Historic Downtown Gresham: Sat May 10, 2014 11:00AM-12:45PM
Gresham Historical Society. Click to view. |
Let's Go Walking!When: Sat May 10, 2014 11AM-12:45PM |
Join us for a guided walking tour of Historic Downtown Gresham. The tour leaves the museum at 11 a.m. and weaves around the Historic Downtown area, covering about a mile and lasting around an hour-and-a-half. There is no charge for the tour, but donations are always welcome and very much appreciated (suggested donation is $5). Free parking is available in the lot behind the museum. Tours leave rain or shine, so if it's drizzly, grab an umbrella and come on down.
Free! Ten Toe Express Walk - The Grotto to Rocky Butte: Sat May 10, 2014 9AM-11AM
The Grotto to Rocky ButteWhen: Sat May 10, 2014 9AM-11AM |
The Grotto to Rocky Butte |
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 10th through September 28th 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!
Kid's Bike Helmet Giveaway and Safety Information, Gresham Farmers Market: May 10, 2013 9AM-2PM
Kid's Helmet Giveaway!When: Sat May 10, 2014 9AM-2PM |
Look for the Transportation Planning booth at the Gresham Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gresham is partnering with the Oregon Nurses Association to provide free children's bike helmets and bike safety information. Helmets are limited to stock on hand, and children need to be present to be fit.
Free Breakfast Treat! Bike to Work Day and Bike Appreciation Day 2014: Fri May 16, 2014 6:30AM-8:30AM
Stop By On Your BikeWhen: Fri May 16, 2014 6:30AM-8:30AM |
Free Breakfast Treats
To celebrate Bike Month, volunteers will be giving out free breakfast items for all riders who stop by one of our three locations along Gresham's biking routes. Look for us at:
Gresham Saturday Market; Local Produce, Crafts, Artisan Foods & more: Sat May 17, 2014 9AM-3:30PM
When: Saturday, 9AM-3:30PM |
Win a $20 market certificate |
Over 90 vendors • Local Farm Fresh Produce, Fruits & Berries • Crafts • Fine Art • Artisan Foods • Unique Services • Music • Fun
Located in the NE corner of the Gresham Kmart parking lot at Eastman Parkway and NW Burnside Road with plenty of convenient parking. Open every Saturday now through Oct. 25. Accepting SNAP and WIC.
Come Ride With Us! All Levels Group Bike Ride: May 17, 2014 10AM-12PM
Let's Go Bike Riding
When: Sat May 17, 2014 10AM-12PM |
Join the Fun
Join friends and neighbors for a slow-paced, family-friendly bicycle ride along the Springwater Corridor and Gresham-Fairview Trails. This bike ride will be about 10 miles long and will take approximately two hours. The ride begins in Main City Park at the entrance to the Springwater Trail.