When: Sat Aug 22, 2015 9AM-10AM Where: Nadaka Nature Park
176th & NE Glisan St
Gresham OR Get map!
Become A Bird Watcher!
Interpretive Nature Walk through Nadaka Nature Park. Family friendly event. Fun for all ages! Bring your own binoculars if possible!
More Info
Contact Monica McAllister, Nadaka Nature Park Coordinator 503-956-8558 or email monica@friendsofnadaka.org
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. 25.
When: Tue Aug 25, 2015 8:30AM-5PM Where: Cedar Island Hike
Meet at: Gresham City Hall
1333 NW Eastman Pwy
Gresham, OR Get Map!
This four-mile hike starts in Mary S. Young Park in West Linn. We will follow a network of trails into a gully and cross Turkey Creek before coming to a viewpoint. Look for osprey, songbirds, deer and coyote. From here we will head down the Riverside Loop Trail to the Willamette River. We will then cross a floating pedestrian bridge to explore Cedar Island and have lunch.
Round-trip travel: 38 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation gain: 300 feet
Suggested donation per hiker: $4
On the way back, we will follow the Turkey Creek Trail up a wooden stairway and continue on the Heron Creek Loop Trail back to our cars. Hiking boots and poles are recommended. Pack a lunch to eat on the island.
When: Wednesday's 4PM-7:30PM (June thru September) Where: Billy Bob's Hot Rod Cafe
333 North Main Av
Downtown Gresham Get Map!
Pharaohs Street Rodders presents Endless Summer Cruise-Ins, every Wednesday night (weather permitting) in downtown Gresham from June through September. The event features trophies, food specials and a 50/50 raffle.
When: Sat Aug 26, 2015 10AM-11AM Where: Nadaka Nature Park Meet at the Picnic Shelter
176th & NE Glisan St
Gresham OR Get map!
We invite parents and children ages 3-5 to enjoy a short story and a guided nature hike. Watch birds fly overhead, search for hidden animal homes, and learn about local trees and flowers. The event runs rain or shine so pull on those boots and join us! There is a $3 suggested donation per child, no charge for adults. Meet us at the picnic structure. To register visit http://columbiaslough.org/index.php/activities_events/tadpole_tales/ or call 503-281-1132.
When: Each Friday 3PM-7PM Where: Plaza del Sol 18535 S.E. Stark St 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. WIC, SNAP and Farm Direct coupons are accepted. The Market is a collaboration of Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon’s Interfaith Food & Farms Partnership and the Rockwood Co-op.
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. 25.
When: Sat Aug 29, 2015 9AM-11AM Meet: Gateway Transit Center NE 99th Ave and Pacific St across from concession booth Get Map! Cost: Free
Gateway Plaza to Gateway Green
Check out the Gateway Green open space area between I-84 and I-205 and hear about the history of the wonderful little City of Maywood Park as we loop through a few of its streets.
Thursday, July 9 - 6pm
Saturday, August 29 - 9am
Meet: Gateway Transit Center, NE 99th Ave and Pacific St, across from concession booth
2 hours
3.5 miles or 7,000 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 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!
Sparks Will Fly As We Celebrate Our Nation's Birthday!
St Paul Rodeo
July 1-4, 2015 (begins 4PM June 30) 30 miles SW of Portland
Watch fearless cowboys and cowgirls ride bucking broncos, rope and wrestle steers, and even ride bulls at the St. Paul Rodeo. Also enjoy a barbecue, carnival, art show, and nightly fireworks. Schedule.
Mollalla Buckaroos Rodeo
July 1-4, 2015 30 miles SSE of Portland
Molalla Buckeroo: Rodeo competition, a carnival, barbecue, live music, dancing and fireworks (nightly following rodeo). Various times Wednesday-Saturday. Visit molallabuckeroo.com for schedule. Molalla Buckeroo Grounds, 815 Shirley St, Molalla; $8-$17; or 503-829-8388
Waterfront Blues Festival
July 2 - 5, 2015 Portland Waterfront Waterfront Blues Festival features 50 performers on four stages, plus fireworks on July 4th, at Tom McCall Waterfront Park on the Willamette River. Visit their website for schedule and details.
Fireworks
July 4, 2015 Best Fourth of July fireworks
Fourth of July at the Fort
July 4, 2015, All day! 10 miles north of Portland Independence Day At Fort Vancouver includes music and activities at noon and fireworks at 10:05 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
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!