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Safer Fishing on the Lower Willamette River

The Multnomah County Health Department is cautioning communities to avoid the consumption of contaminated fish and shellfish from the Lower Willamette River.  The stretch of river between Kelley Point Park …

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Mt. Tabor Nature Walks and Workshops

The Friends of Mt. Tabor Park is offering two free activities to learn about the biology, history and culture of Mt. Tabor Park–the Saturday Morning Nature and Art Program and …

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Free Eviction Defense Services

Portland Housing Bureau has contracted with Oregon Law Center and Portland Community College to provide free legal service to low-income renters facing eviction, regardless of immigration status, through the Eviction …

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SE Uplift Community Grants Program

SE Uplift has two community grants open to projects taking place or benefitting community members within the organization’s boundaries. Proposals will be reviewed and scored using SE Uplift’s Board-approved Equity …

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Portland Trash Cleanup Resources

The Bureau of Planning & Sustainability (BPS) has put together a comprehensive list identifying how Portlanders can report, organize and remove unwanted trash from the city.  Report trash near encampments …

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Leaf Day 2021

Leaf Day, Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) annual service to provide cleaner, safer streets, keep storm drains clear to ensure intersections don’t flood, takes place in November and December. The …

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Enjoy Fall’s Pear Harvest with Beer and Cheese Pairings

Did you know that Oregon’s official state fruit is the pear? The state ranks second in the nation in pear production, joining Washington and California to make up the majority …

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PP&R Seeks Feedback on Tennis Courts

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is currently seeking feedback on Portland’s tennis courts to inform the Outdoor Tennis Courts and Emerging Recreation Strategy for programming, maintenance and use of outdoor …

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August 2021 Events

Rail Heritage Center Reopens – The engine house where the locomotives reside at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center is now open 1-5 pm, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. The Oregon Pacific …

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Summer Meals through PP&R and ODE

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) provides free meals for youth ages 1-18 this summer with their Free Lunch + Play program.  There are no applications or income requirements to access …

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Laurelhurst Elementary Auction

Laurelhurst Elementary School holds a virtual auction Saturday, June 5, 6-8 pm. View the catalog at laurelhurstschool.schoolauction.net/shine/catalog. The auction benefits Laurelhurst Elementary and the PPS Parent Fund. Questions? Email gina@laurelhurstauction.org.

Juneteenth

The holiday, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery and the emancipation of African American slaves. Visit juneteenthor.com …

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