By Jack Rubinger In 1971 when Richard Nixon was president and Tom McCall was Oregon governor, Oregon was a pioneer in grocery store can/bottle redempt…

• July 31, 2020

Laurelhurst resident and recently graduated senior at St. Mary’s Academy (SMA) Nayantara Arora is one of approximately 500 students who was awarded a N…

• July 31, 2020

The Portland Adult Soapbox Derby, an annual event for the past 22 years, will roll on, though a little differently than in past years. Instead of filli…

• July 31, 2020

Bonita Davis, The Southeast Examiner’s Master Recycler, is taking this month off. In place of her regular tips here’s a look at what is means to be a M…

• July 31, 2020

In July, House Bill 4213 was passed, extending the statewide eviction moratorium on most (but not all) residential and commercial evictions. The new l…

• July 31, 2020

BeaconPDX has been serving meals to the SE houseless community for years, operating out of Sunnyside Community House until last September 2019. New bu…

• July 31, 2020

The Architectural Heritage Center (AHC) began resuming its neighborhood tours in July and has added new tours for August and September. To meet COVID-1…

• July 31, 2020

The Mt. Tabor Park Visitor Center has reopened on a limited basis and they have collected a vast quantity of automobile and house keys, prescription gl…

• July 31, 2020

Following in the footsteps of reopening library locations for pick-ups and accepting returns, Multnomah County Library (MCL) announced it will permanen…

• July 31, 2020

Blood supplies typically dip during summer months and this year due to COVID-19, blood supplies are even lower than usual. A new program from Bloodwor…

• July 31, 2020

The Hawthorne Street Fair is moving online this year, being dubbed “Hawthorne at Home,” and will retain the feel of a street fair. Attendees will be a…

• July 31, 2020

The Northwest Regional style building, 421 SE 10th Ave., was originally constructed in 1962 to house a Postal Employees Credit Union, and, until recent…

• July 31, 2020

By Nancy Tannler Raven Russell, Director of Data & Major Projects at Helping Hands Reentry Outreach, has good news about their new facility to hel…

• July 30, 2020

Governor Kate Brown issued new statewide rules for the wearing of face coverings that went into effect Friday, July 24. Face coverings are requi…

• July 30, 2020

By Kris McDowell Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) hosted a special radio show in June for Portland nonprofit Literary Arts’ 2020 Oregon Book Awards. …

• July 2, 2020

By Gina Elia Haefner Our collective experience of the last three months has brought about unusual trends in human behavior. Think of the empty toilet …

• July 2, 2020

As Oregon continues to work to reopen, the state reminds residents that one key strategy to help stop the spread of COVID-19 is contract tracing. Contr…

• July 2, 2020

Energy Trust of Oregon offers free Energy Saver Kits filled with products to help people reduce energy cost. Kits are available to renters and homeown…

• July 2, 2020

The Portland City Auditor has released their 2019 Independent Police Review’s (IPR) annual report. In past years, the annual report focused on snapsho…

• July 2, 2020

By Bonita Davis, Master Recycler and SE Resident It’s time to reimagine, get creative, repair and reuse! Over the past two months we have all grapple…

• July 2, 2020

This year the usual April 15 Tax Day deadline for federal income returns was extended to July 15 due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Now that July is upon u…

• July 2, 2020

The Oregon Farm Bureau (OFB) invites the public to submit their best photos of agriculture for the 2021 Oregon’s Bounty Calendar. Participants do not n…

• July 2, 2020

As the City’s reopening begins, a sign of the decreased number of people who have been out and about over the past months remains:  increased graffiti.…

• July 2, 2020

Portland Art Museum, Portland Public Schools and Create More, Fear Less have teamed up to provide an outlet for students to share their journey through…

• July 2, 2020

National Night Out, the annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, has been postponed to …

• July 2, 2020

This summer, Multnomah County Library encourages youth to Imagine Your Story with fairytales, mythology and fantasy as part of their Summer Reading pro…

• July 2, 2020

Multnomah County began no-contact, appointment only sidewalk service, allowing patrons to pick up holds June 8 at a handful of locations. By the end o…

• July 2, 2020

C-SPAN has announced the winners in their national 2020 StudentCam competition. ACCESS Academy students Dorothy Swanson Blaker, Malia Lee and Ania Leon…

• May 29, 2020

America Walks, a national nonprofit organization advancing safe, equitable, accessible and enjoyable places to walk and move, suggests that making a pl…

• May 29, 2020

The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) is reminding the public that those in need can apply for food, cash and childcare assistance online at go…

• May 29, 2020

Portland’s hugely popular Sunday Parkways events are adapting to meet social distancing guidelines while still allowing Portlanders of all ages, income…

• May 29, 2020

OnPoint Community Credit Union’s annual Prize for Excellence in Education campaign has announced the five schools being honored with the Community Buil…

• May 29, 2020

Although Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) has made the difficult decision to cancel all summer programming and events, including outdoor camp…

• May 29, 2020

The Oregon Humane Society’s (OHS) Humane Education team has created a set of free virtual programs for students in grades three through nine. Accordin…

• May 29, 2020

A research study lead by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) called Key to Oregon, aims to enroll 100,000 randomly selected households who fu…

• May 29, 2020

By Kris McDowell The concept of victory gardens (aka war gardens) became prevalent during WWI when the government asked citizens to grow food wherever…

• May 29, 2020

By Kris McDowell In mid-May the State of Oregon approved the applications submitted by 31 of Oregon’s 36 counties to enter Phase 1 of reopening. Metr…

• May 29, 2020

2020 Census You’ve likely received one (or more) reminders in the mail to complete the 2020 Census. The Census occurs just once each decade and the in…

• May 2, 2020

The Oregon Fuchsia Society’s annual May Fuchsia Sale is scheduled to take place as previously planned on Saturday, May 16, 9 am-2 pm (or until all plan…

• May 2, 2020

The City of Portland is currently seeking public input on developing proposals to strengthen tree preservation during development activities. The firs…

• May 2, 2020

The Oregon Music Hall of Fame is accepting applications for college scholarships from Oregon high school seniors studying music (instrument or voice) a…

• May 2, 2020

The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon (FCCO) is seeking submissions of Portland-area outdoor cat enclosures and cat patios (aka “catios”) to be featured in…

• May 2, 2020

As of this writing, the annual Hawthorne Street Fair is still planned for Sunday, August 23. Vendor registrations and volunteer signups are being taken…

• May 2, 2020

The 2021-24 Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program (MTIP) is a federally-required document that helps track and manage regionally-significant …

• May 2, 2020

OnPoint Community Credit Union was started in 1932 by 16 schoolteachers under the name Portland Teachers Credit Union.  They offer the following sugges…

• May 2, 2020

The nicer the weather gets, the more the urge to get out and enjoy the bounty of our outdoor spaces becomes. Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R…

• May 2, 2020

Youth across Multnomah County are invited to design bike lane art for Portland streets this May. Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) and Multnomah…

• May 2, 2020

To help encourage Oregonians to stay home, Washington Park has temporarily closed the Oregon Zoo, Portland Children’s Museum, World Forestry Center, Po…

• May 2, 2020

Writing, whether with traditional pen and paper or typing on a device, can be an outlet for creativity and a way to connect with family or even strange…

• May 2, 2020

The US Census 2020 forms were mailed out in March and should have made it to your mailbox by now. While completing it might seem to be a low priority a…

• March 27, 2020

By Jack Rubinger The Division Green Zebra grocery store at the corner of Division and 52nd Ave., opened on February 12. The store includes healthy foo…

• March 27, 2020

By Jack Rubinger Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) has begun new energy and water efficiency upgrades at nine city parks and community center…

• March 27, 2020

One of Giovanni Pergolesi’s most celebrated works, Stabat Mater, is a 12-movement piece that alternates solos and duets that will be presented at Tabor…

• February 29, 2020

The Columbia River Orienteering Club is holding a season kickoff event at Mt. Tabor Saturday, March 28, 11 am-3 pm. Beginners, families and dogs welcom…

• February 29, 2020

The Oregon Music Hall of Fame is accepting applications for college scholarships from Oregon high school seniors studying music (instrument or voice) a…

• February 29, 2020

Learn about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and meet local farmers Sunday, March 22, 10 am-3 pm at The Redd, 831 SE Salmon St. Activities include…

• February 29, 2020

An intensive workshop to breathe, connect and find balance as we look deeply at the climate crisis and the complex stresses. Join presenters Dale Borgl…

• February 29, 2020

This community sing-along and casual, group-singing opportunity is for everyone wanting more music expression in their life. Sunday, March 15, 2-4 pm a…

• February 29, 2020

The public is invited to attend a free walk with Bob Rogers to identify many species of trees found in the park Sunday, March 15, 2 pm. Meet at the Mt.…

• February 29, 2020

3/11/2020 UPDATE: EVENT CANCELLED The Sons of Norway’s Grieg Lodge hosts a pancake breakfast Sunday, March 15, 8:30 am-12:30 pm. The all-you-can-eat…

• February 29, 2020

The public is invited to meet Robert King, Mayor Wheeler’s Senior Policy Advisor for Public Safety Thursday, March 12, 7 pm at the former police facili…

• February 29, 2020

Growing Wisdom through Organic Gardening will be held Tuesday, March 10, 7 pm at Taborspace, 5441 SE Belmont St. Gentiana Loeffler, Professor of Hortic…

• February 29, 2020

Monday, March 9, 7-8 pm the Friends will hold their Annual Meeting at TaborSpace, 5441 SE Belmont St., reporting on what was accomplished in 2019, anno…

• February 29, 2020

Since 1948 Ascension Church has held their annual spaghetti dinner. This year’s meal takes place Sunday, March 8, 2-7 pm at 743 SE 76th Ave. (Tony Rine…

• February 29, 2020

26 year old Imelda’s and Louie’s Shoes has launched a new venture, Imelda’s Apparel and Gifts, adjoining their flagship Hawthorne Blvd store. A grand o…

• February 29, 2020

This event is designed for those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia along with their caregivers, Thursday, March 5, 4:30-6 pm at Authentic Th…

• February 29, 2020

Tallulah’s Daddy will play music at Beanstalk in Montavilla Monday, March 2, 10-11 am. Bring the kids for an hour of live music, dance and fun. Free an…

• February 29, 2020

Portland Nursery has a wide variety of classes in March ranging from small space gardening to tool maintenance to making a nesting ball for birds. Visi…

• February 29, 2020

3/6/2020 UPDATE: Observing an abundance of caution, the Genealogical Forum of Oregon is postponing its free Genealogy Open House which had been due to …

• February 29, 2020

The Friends of Portland Community Gardens is seeking new Board Members. The all-volunteer board steers the work of the organization, founded in 1986.  …

• February 29, 2020

The League of Women Voters of Portland will host a timely program, Privacy and Cybersecurity Today, based on a new study by the League of Women Voters …

• February 29, 2020

By Jack Rubinger I’ve lived near the corner of 30th and Gladstone for more than 10 years. New business development has been slow, thankfully, unlike…

• February 28, 2020

By Midge Pierce SE Portland lacks a community center, a situation that leaves organizations struggling to find space for events, concerts and more. …

• February 28, 2020

The 2020 Architectural Heritage Center tours start up in March. The guided tours will explore the architecture in 50 neighborhoods across the city. …

• February 27, 2020

By Abigale Crowe Focus and determination glow in his eyes. It is what sets him apart. The power of his kicks propels him forward at lightning speed.…

• February 27, 2020

OREGON MUSIC HALL OF FAME COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP applications are available and the deadline is March 1, 2020. Each applicant should be a student studying…

• February 2, 2020

The Magic Fish, a new puppet show by Leaven Dream Puppets, follows a boy who does not answer his mom’s call and his adventures, bring him home wiser.  …

• February 2, 2020

Ruby Press is hosting two workshops in February. Macrame Plant Hangers will be Thursday, February 20, 6-8 pm with fiber artist Kaycie Condron. A …

• February 1, 2020

Monday, March 9, 7-8 pm the Friends will hold their Annual Meeting at TaborSpace, 5441 SE Belmont St., reporting on what was accomplished in 2019, anno…

• February 1, 2020

The Portland Nursery has a wide variety of classes in February ranging from crafting and drawing to herbal remedies to garden projects. Visit the Class…

• February 1, 2020

The Friends of Mt. Tabor Park Weed Warriors are volunteers who remove invasive plant species and restore native habitat in the park on the last Saturda…

• February 1, 2020

Prospective families are invited to Childswork Learning Center’s open house Saturday, February 22, 9-11 am. The non-profit serves ages 2.5 years throug…

• February 1, 2020

Join Bob Rogers Sunday, February 16, 2 pm on a free walk to identify many species of trees found in the park. Meet at the Mt. Tabor Visitor Center in t…

• February 1, 2020

This community sing-along and casual, group-singing opportunity is for everyone wanting more music expression in their life. Sunday, February 16, 2-4 p…

• February 1, 2020

The SE Portland Citizens Advisory Committee is hosting an opportunity for everyone to come, meet, greet and participate in a question and answer meetin…

• February 1, 2020

Why take a gap year after high school? Learn about options for travel, cultural immersion, service, work experience and mentorship and connect with pro…

• February 1, 2020

Not a Doomsday Vault: Plant Diversity in Action will be held Tuesday, February 11, 7 pm at Multnomah County Headquarters, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Sca…

• February 1, 2020

The Sons of Norway’s Grieg Lodge hosts a pancake breakfast on Sunday, February 9, 8:30 am-12:30 pm. The all-you-can-eat breakfast features Viking panca…

• February 1, 2020

This event is designed for those with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia along with their caregivers on February 6, 4:30-6 pm at Authentic Thai, 3…

• February 1, 2020

The newly revitalized Portland Gray Panthers chapter, a multi-generational advocacy network which confronts ageism and other social justice issues, wil…

• February 1, 2020

    February’s all-ages free event returns for its fifth year with over 200,000 expected during the three-day Portland Winter Light…

• February 1, 2020

Multnomah County Library invites the community to participate in Everybody Reads 2020, featuring Tommy Orange’s debut novel about the urban Native expe…

• February 1, 2020

The Central Eastside Industrial District (CEIC) is now offering two new transportation benefits for those that live or work in the Central Eastside. Th…

• February 1, 2020

By Bonita Davis, Master Recycler and SE Resident Beginning January 1, Oregonians welcomed a single-use plastic reduction policy designed to curb pla…

• February 1, 2020

Looking to get more involved in the community? Perhaps seeking a seat on an organization’s Board of Directors is the right fit. Both People’s Co-op and…

• February 1, 2020

The League of Women Voters (LWV) was formed February 4, 1920 and is celebrating their 100th anniversary with a brunch at Portland State University. …

• February 1, 2020

Grow Your Own Produce is a 10-class series put on by permaculture expert Marisha Auerbach at People’s Food Co-op. The series begins Wednesday, February…

• February 1, 2020

The Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon (FCCO) is offering free spay/neuter services in February for feral and stray cats in honor of Spay/Neuter Awareness M…

• February 1, 2020

The Community Energy Project (CEP) again offers Home Energy Score, Lead Poisoning Prevention and Lead Safe Home Project workshops in February. Home …

• February 1, 2020

The Amazing Walri, a team of six eight graders from Winterhaven School in SE Portland, bested 57 other teams to win the first place Innovation Proj…

• January 31, 2020