When: Sat Apr 16-Sep 24, 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.
When: Sun Jun 26, 2016 11AM-3PM Where: Next to Plaza del Sol
SE 187th Street
Gresham, OR Get Map!
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
When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St
Historic Downtown
Gresham, OR Get Map!
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. 29.
When: Sat May 07, 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.
When: Sat May 07, 2016 9AM-11AM Meet: U.S. Customs House 220 NW 8th Av Get Map! Cost: Free!
Historic Old Town: Discover the history and architecture of “Old Town,” Portland’s first commercial district, where ocean-going ships once took the bounty of the NW to faraway ports. Explore some of the remaining historical buildings and get a glimpse of the changes that took place along the waterfront.
Saturday, May 07 - 9am
Thursday, Jul 07 - 6pm
Meet: U.S. Customs House, 220 NW 8th Ave
2 hours
3 miles or 6,000 steps
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 7th through September 10th 2016.
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!
When: Thu May 12, 2016 6PM-8PM Meet: Rigler School west side of NE 55th & Going St Get Map! Cost: Free!
Living Cully Loop: Discover two new parks in NE Portland's Cully neighborhood as well as new developments underway.
Thursday, May 12 - 6pm
Saturday, Aug 27 - 9am
Meet: Rigler School, the west side of NE 55th & Going
2 hours
3.7 miles or 7,400 steps
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 7th through September 10th 2016.
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!
When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St
Historic Downtown
Gresham, OR Get Map!
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. 29.
When: Sat May 14, 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.
When: Wed May 18, 2016 9AM-5PM Where: Meet at Gresham City Hall MAX
1333 NW Eastman Parkway
Gresham, OR Get Map!
Round-trip Ttavel: MAX light rail
Difficulty: Moderate/Difficult
Elevation Gain: A deceptive 363 feet, with strenuous climbs at times
The 4Ts-Hike consists of numerous modes of transportation to downtown Portland.
Train – Take the MAX from Gresham City Hall to the Oregon Zoo and ride the elevator from the deepest transit tunnel in the country up to street level.
Trail – A 4.5-mile hike on the beautiful but hilly Marquam Trail to the city’s highest point at Council Crest, with a panoramic view of the city. Then on to the campus of Oregon Health and Science University.
Tram – A free ride down the Portland Aerial Tram to the South Waterfront District.
Trolley – A scenic ride on the Portland Street Car back to downtown where, after lunch, the MAX returns hikers to Gresham.
All transportation fees are covered by the Tri-Met day pass. An all-day MAX ticket is $5 (under age 65) or $2.50 (age 65 and older).
Walking is along steep trails that require sturdy hiking boots; dress for the weather.
Bring snacks and water; lunch is later at Pastini Pastaria.
Park at the City Hall MAX Station and purchase the MAX ticket in advance so the group can board the train on time shortly after 9 a.m.
Senior Healthy Hikers asks participants be age 50 or older. A couple may hike if one member is 50 or better.
Pets are not permitted on hikes or walks.
For more information about this hike contact Steve Solcz at 503-367-8483 or Steve.Solcz@gmail.com.
When: Every Saturday, 8:30AM-2PM Where: NW Miller & Third St
Historic Downtown
Gresham, OR Get Map!
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. 29.
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!