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City of Gresham Sat Night Basketball 2019: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 8PM-12AM

11/30/2019 - 8:00pm
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City of Gresham Sat Night Basketball 2019: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 8PM-12 am. Let's Hoop It Up! Info here!

Let's Hoop It Up!

When: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 8PM-12 am
Where: Friends of the Children
424 NE 172nd Ave.
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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

  • 8:00 - 10:00 pm for grades 6-8
  • 10:00 pm - 12:00 am for grades 9-12

Registration form

For more information, visit our basketball page or contact Coach Michael Magnum at 503-975-2929.

Spirit of Christmas 2019: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 5PM-6:30PM

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Spirit of Christmas 2019: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 5PM-6:30PM. Come and Join the Fun! Info here!

Come and Join the Fun!

When: Sat, Nov 30, 2019 5PM-6:30PM
Where: Arts Plaza
401 NE Second St.
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The 28th Annual Spirit of Christmas tree lighting â one of the communityâs most popular events â rings in Greshamâs holiday season with a family-friendly program that includes music, photos with Santa, refreshments and the lighting of the 60-foot Ponderosa pine on the Arts Plaza.

Watch for fun activities beforehand in Historic Downtown in the afternoon leading up to the tree lighting festivities on the Arts Plaza.

For more information, contact Sasha Konell at Sasha.Konell@GreshamOregon.gov.

Read more about the Spirit of Christmas event.

Free! Ten Toe Express Walk - Kelly Point Park and the Rivergate Trail: Sat Sep 14, 2019 9AM-11AM

09/14/2019 - 9:00am
09/14/2019 - 11:00am
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2019 Ten Toe Express. 16 Neighborhood Walks throughout inner-city Portland. FREE! Thursdays @ 6PM ~ Saturdays @ 9AM. Join the fun. Info Here!

Kelly Point Park and the Rivergate Trail

When: Sat Sep 05, 2019 9AM-11AM
Meet:  Northernmost parking lot
inside Kelly Point Park
N Lombard and Marine Drive
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Cost: Free!

Kelly Point Park and the Rivergate Trail 
Thursday August 22  – 6 PM
Saturday September 14  – 9 AM
Meet:  Northernmost parking lot inside Kelly Point Park, N Lombard and Marine Drive
2.0 hours
3.5 miles or 7,000 steps
Visit the confluence of the Columbia and Willamette rivers and walk among the tall black cottonwoods to the Rivergate Trail and back.
Note: Relatively flat with paved and unpaved trails

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 2nd through September 14th 2019.

Each easy and informal Ten Toe Express walk explores the area neighborhood, architecture and unique history. Walk takes about 2 hours, cover 3.5 - 4.5 miles and are open to all ages and skill levels. Did we mention it's free!

Take TriMet!
For your convenience, all walks begin and end along TriMet routes. Use TriMet’s Trip Planner (click here) or call 503-238-RIDE (7433) for help in finding the right bus, train, or streetcar for you.

For more details, contact Rich Cassidy: rich.cassidy@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-6051.

For even more guided walks, check out NeighborWalks. NeighborWalks is a collaborative community walking program brought to you by AARP Oregon, City of Portland Bureau of Transportation and Oregon Walks. See the full schedule here.

(2019 Ten Toe Express schedule below this break)

Volunteers Needed. Nadaka Nature Park, SOLVE Clean-Up: Sat Sep 21, 2019 9AM-12PM

09/21/2019 - 9:00am
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Volunteers Needed. Nadaka Nature Park, SOLVE Clean-Up: Sat Sep 21, 2019 9AM-12PM. Tools, gloves, coffee, and snacks will be provided. Sign-up here!

Come Lend A Hand!

When: Sat Sep 21, 2019 9AM-12PM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park & Garden
(Meet at picnic shelter)
17615 NE Glisan St
Portland OR
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Join Friends of Nadaka, SOLVE, and your neighbors in restoring a healthy habitat at Nadaka! We will be picking up litter and removing invasive plants. Tools, gloves, coffee, and snacks will be provided.

Register online at HERE!

More Info
Contact 503-956-8558 or email info@friendsofnadaka.org

City of Gresham Open Play Outdoor Futsal: Wed, Aug 14, 2019 4:30PM-7:30PM

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City of Gresham Open Play Outdoor Futsal: Mon, Aug 14, 2019 4:30PM-7:30PM. Let's Kick Ball!. Info here!

Let's Kick Ball!

When: Mon, Aug 14, 2019 4:30PM-7:30PM
Where: Vance Park
1400 SE 182nd Ave.
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Middle school and high school youth and adults can attend the free Open Play Outdoor Futsal every Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 - 7:30 pm at the Vance Park futsal courts, located at 1400 SE 182nd Ave.

  • Open to youth in grades 6 - 12 and adults
  • Play futsal for free, make new friends and win raffle items each time you play
  • Sponsored by the City of Gresham

Schedule:

  • 4:30 - 6:00 pm for youth in grades 6 - 12
  • 6:00 - 7:30 pm - for Adults

For more information please contact Jesus Valdez at Jesus.Valdez@GreshamOregon.gov or Ricki Ruiz at Ricardo.Ruiz@GreshamOregon.gov or 503-618-2213.

Twilight Market at Gresham Station 2019: Wed, Aug 14, 2019 4PM-8:30PM

08/14/2019 - 4:00pm
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Twilight Market at Gresham Station 2019: Wed, Aug 14, 2019 4PM-8:30PM. . Info here!

Farm Fresh, Hand Crafted

When: Wed, Aug 14, 2019 4PM-8:30PM
Where: Gresham Station
649 NW 12th St.
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Welcome to Greshams only weekday farmers market!

Join us every Wednesday evening starting at 4:00 pm at Gresham Station, at NW 11th Street in between NW Civic Drive and NW Sleret Avenue.

More than 40 local vendors are confirmed to join the Gresham Station Twilight Market, many of whom also showcase their products at the Gresham Farmers Market on Saturdays.

For more information about this event, contact Christina Blaser at 626-318-7508 or christinab@harsch.com.

Twilight Market at Gresham Station website

City of Gresham Summer Repair Cafe: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 6PM-8PM

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City of Gresham Summer Repair Cafe: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 6PM-8PM. Let's Fix It!. Info here!

Let's Fix It!

When: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 6PM-8PM
Where: Rosewood Initiative
16126 SE Stark Street
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Get your broken items fixed by community volunteers for free

The City of Gresham, the Rosewood Initiative and Repair PDX are teaming up to bring people with repair skills together to help neighbors fix their broken items.

Types of household items repaired

  • Broken bicycles, chains and tires
  • Torn clothing, missing buttons and other fabric repairs
  • Broken clocks, fans and small kitchen appliances

Please note: Televisions, microwaves and small engines are not repairable at this event.

What to expect
  • Try to bring anything that may be needed to repair your item; Parts, buttons, matching thread, power cords, batteries, connecting cables, remote controls, instructions manuals, etc.
  • We try to help everyone who brings an item. If participants bring multiple items (allowed), we can only work on one item at a time and may not be able to fix more than one item per person.
  • Our volunteer fixers will do their best to repair your item, but some repairs may be too complicated or require resources that aren't available at the event.
  • The event is free. There may be a wait depending on the number of repairs.
Contact

For more information contact us at repaircafegresham@gmail.com or 503-618-2694.

Third Thusday, Historic Downtown Gresham 2019: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 5PM-8PM

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Third Thus 2019: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 5PM-8PM. . Info here!

Come Join the Fun!

When: Thu, Aug 15, 2019 5PM-8PM
Where: Downtown Gresham
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Stay later downtown for live music, art, kids activities and more on Third Thursdays when the downtown Gresham businesses extend their hours. Bring the family for a fun evening downtown to stroll, eat, shop and explore.

For more information about Third Thursdays, contact the Historic Downtown Gresham Business Association at exploregresham@gmail.com or visit the Third Thursday Facebook page.

Join the Fun! I Heart Rockwood Community Festival, Nadaka Park: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 11AM-8PM

08/17/2019 - 11:00am
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Join the Fun! I Heart Rockwood Community Festival, Nadaka Park: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 11AM-8PM. Info here!

Celebrate Our Community!

When: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 11AM-8PM
Where: Nadaka Nature Park
17615 NE Glisan St.
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Come Join the Fun!
A free community festival for all ages. Rock the Block and the Nadaka Community Festival combine to present "I Heart Rockwood." This full day of entertainment, activities, community resources and giveaways, includes:

  1. Live performances all day
  2. Food
  3. Haircuts
  4. School supplies
  5. Medical and dental check-ups
  6. Forest scavenger hunt

Hosted by Rockwood Preparatory Academy and Friends of Nadaka. For more information visit Friends of Nadaka or call 503-702-0739.

Gresham Farmers Market 2019: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 8:30AM-2PM

08/17/2019 - 8:30am
08/17/2019 - 2:00pm
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Gresham Farmers Market 2019: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 8:30AM-2PM. Saturday's thru October. Info here!

Saturday's thru October

When: Sat, Aug 17, 2019 8:30AM-2PM
Where: Arts Plaza
NE 3rd Street and NE Hood Avenue
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The Gresham Farmers Market is a community gathering place where you can stroll, shop and listen to live music. The market offers shoppers fresh, local produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, fresh food and live music.

Dont forget to bring your bag or basket from home.

Enjoy a picnic on the grass and a splash in the Children's Fountain splash pads on the Arts Plaza.

For more information about the Gresham Farmers' Market contact us at 971-303-2248 or manager@greshamfarmersmarket.com, or visit the Gresham Farmers' Market website.

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