By Norah Dobrot For Colin Kruse, a soon-to-be senior at Central Catholic High School, sports have been a constant throughout his life. From playing baseball to football to basketball—his main […]
PDX Momentum Project Aims to Support Young Athletes Read More
By Ellen Spitaleri At 5,000 square feet and 250 feet in length, the new mural at Abernethy Elementary School is a colorful, eye-popping wonder to behold, and Aaron Stoertz considers
Vibrant New Mural Showcases the Artwork of Students of Abernethy Elementary School Read More
By Megan Orton Summer vacation is here! It’s the season of popsicles and sprinklers. However, the kids aren’t in school, so it can also be the season when families have
Reducing Screen Time During Summer Break Utilizing Lower the Ratio Read More
By Aileen Keown Vaux On the corner of SE 47th Ave. near SE Harrison St. stands a pink and white residential home, with large windows that showcases a “Mini-Museum,” a
Mini-Museum Curates Whimsy in Richmond Neighborhood Read More
By Thom Stone Last year, Movie Madness announced that the business will be relocating to NE, just across the street from its owner, the Hollywood Theater. Although there is no
SE Bids Farewell to Movie Madness Read More
By Ian Wilson At Portland Edible Gardens, we’re not generally into garden “rules,” and of course breaking the rules is sometimes the right thing to do depending on the situation.
Seven Rules to Follow When Building Your Raised Garden Beds Read More
To the Editor: As a senior, former member of Elders in Action, and longtime advocate for older Oregonians, I appreciate the Oregon Legislature for passing Senate Bill 1516 this session.The
Letter to the Editor – July 2026 Read More
Most Oregonians with health insurance are sitting on benefits they’ve never touched. Not because they don’t need them, but because they never knew they had them. Oregon health plans are
You’ve Already Paid for These Benefits—Are You Using Them? Read More
By Naomi Granek Brown Portland is one of the most biked cities in America, with an estimated four percent of residents regularly biking to work. Although Portland has substantial biking
SE Portland City Councilors Pledge Funding for Frequently Broken Bob Stacey Elevators Read More
By Madeleine Voth When longtime SE Portland resident TJ Browning attended a recent Portland Environment Management Office (PEMO) Problem Solver meeting, she was not there to argue against a single
Residents Question the City’s Vision as Homeless Services Accelerate in SE Portland Read More
By Daniel Perez-Crouse On June 12, standing in front of the aging and historic Grover Cleveland High School with current and past faculty and families watching and cheering, Portland Public
PPS Breaks Ground on New Cleveland School Construction Read More
By Sandy Miller The City of Portland has announced plans for the reopening of the historic Laurelhurst Studio. This small but significant building, nestled in the heart of Portland Parks
Laurelhurst Studio Set to Reopen Read More
By State Representative Rob Nosse Welcome to part two of my columns on how lawmakers and advocates have been trying to make education better in our state over decades. I
Representatively Speaking – July 2026 Read More
From sweeping schools of fish to galloping horses suspended mid-stride, SAYAKA GANZ: RECLAIMED CREATIONS transforms discarded plastic objects into breathtaking works of motion and energy. On view at OMSI (and
Reclaimed Creations Exhibit Read More
Lassi Sunday: Red, White & Bollywood Edition takes place Sunday, July 5, 5-10 pm on the Wonderlove Rooftop, 262 SE Main St. After the amazing response to event organizer DJ
Rooftop Sunset Party Read More
Returning after its triumphant inaugural year, the second annual Portland Pride Play Festival gives queer audiences the opportunity to celebrate their history, hear their stories and see themselves represented on
Portland Pride Play Festival Read More
Portland’s favorite summer tradition is back for its sixth season with an incredible lineup of standup comedians, hosted by the esteemed and iconic Kickstand faculty members Julia Corral and Rachelle
The Oregon Music Hall of Fame (OMHOF) announces the 2026 inductees and scholarship winners, who will perform, Tuesday, July 14, 5 pm at Hoku on Madison (1125 SE Madison St.).
OMHOF Inductee Event Read More
Kicking off Portland Pride weekend Thursday, July 16, 7 pm Tomorrow Theater is hosting kraftwitch who will be performing a live score over James Bidgood’s 1971 queer experimental erotic film,
Pink Narcissus Pride Showing Read More
For one night only, Happylucky and Now Serving turn their corner of the Central Eastside into a full-blown Pride spectacle of queer talent, chaos, beauty, performance, music and beautifully strange
Happylucky Pride Party Read More
PDXwoofmeow and Kernside Serenade present Summer Fun on Rainbow Road “fur” everyone. The monthly pet pop up contests take place Sundays, 1:45-2:45 pm through October (July 19, August 16, September
In mid-June Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) announced that applications for the Preschool for All (PFA) 2026-2027 school year have reopened. To be eligible, a child must be 3 or
Preschool For All Applications Reopen Read More
Fuji to Hood: Japan/Oregon collaboration festival was founded in Portland in 2018 to create cross-cultural bonds and lifelong friendships, alternating between Portland and Toyko. This year’s festival is Saturday, July
Fuji to Hood Beer Festival Read More
Ginger Cult Presents: Cycle Cult is a monthly, relaxed no-drop social ride with regroup points covering 10-20 miles with stops to hang, hydrate and soak in the vibes. Explore strange
Ginger Cult Bike Ride Read More
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) will be repairing SE Division St. from SE Cesar Chavez Blvd. to SE 50th Ave. starting in July. The project will be constructed in
SE Division St. Paving Starts in July Read More
While Portland is soaking up the summer sunshine, plans are under the way to brighten the darkest days of winter. The Portland Winter Light Festival (PDXWLF) invites artists, performers, designers,
PDXWLF 2027 Call For Art Read More
As Oregon enters the hottest months of the year, Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is encouraging people to take steps now to protect themselves, their families and their communities from heat-related
Preparing for and Handling Hot Weather Read More
Books with Pictures’ (BwP) Graphic Novel Library is a monthly book club service and your source for getting one of the very best graphic novels delivered to your door each
BwP Graphic Novel Library Read More
Over 30 speed and intersection safety cameras are currently operating across Portland Bureau of Transportation’s (PBOT) High Crash Network and more are coming online soon. Placed at locations with a
Speed and Intersection Safety Cameras Read More
82nd Avenue Business AssociationBy Nancy Chapin We are looking for a person to help us take better care and acknowledgement of the many individual roses and the remaining few Rose
Business Association Notes – July 2026 Read More
Guitarist Dominick Antonelli is on his first national tour and will be sharing an evening of original music at Oran Mor Artisan Mead (8011 SE 13th Ave.) Saturday, July 25,
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is revising a new pool rule (which we covered last month) requiring children younger than 14 years old to be accompanied by adults at general-use public
OHA Revises New Pool Rule Read More
Starting in July, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) begins their 2026 Summer Free for All Cultural Events with free movies, concerts, festivals and special events taking place at parks across
Summer Free for All Cultural Events Read More
The 2026 Dogs of Mt. Tabor Calendar, the very first one, was so good the Friends of Mt. Tabor is doing it again for 2027. July 1-31 people may submit
Submissions Open for 2027 Dogs Calendar Read More
Portland has updated its recycling rules to match new statewide standards under Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act. The state will continue to review what belongs in the recycling
Curbside Recycling Updates Read More
Buckman Community AssociationBy Susan Lindsay The Buckman Community Association (BCA) has a new meeting space! Due to construction and remodeling to expand the storage of the Inner SE Tool Library
Neighborhood Notes – July 2026 Read More
This spring and early summer, the Bureau of Environmental Services invites Portland families to get outside and journey along a story in two of Portland’s amazing natural areas. Using a
Go on a StoryWalk® in June Read More
Earlier this year Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) announced a new Oregon pool code, OAR 333-062-1000, 6.4.2.2.3(14), which requires all swimmers under the age of 14 to be under the
New PP&R Pool Rule, Outdoor Pools Open Read More
This summer, Portland’s Safe Blocks program is helping neighbors host parties in their neighborhoods through Party On, Portland! for events held Saturday, August 1-Friday, August 14. The parties are a
Free Lunch + Play, part of Portland Parks & Recreation’s (PP&R) Summer Free For All events returns for 2026. Starting Monday, June 22 and running through Friday, August 21 at
Free Lunch + Play Returns Read More
Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) and the City of Portland have announced that a strategic public-private partnership with Sellwood Community House (SCH) is in place to reactivate Laurelhurst Studio in
Laurelhurst Studio Reactivation Read More
Whether you water your outdoor plants manually or have an irrigation system, there’s always room for water conservation. The Portland Water Bureau has tips for saving water while keeping your
Save Water Outdoors This Summer Read More
Summer is a great time to get out and explore all Portland has to offer on foot or by bike. To get the most out of your excursions, the Portland
Biking and Pedestrian Resources Read More
As the warmer months are upon us, the Portland Police Bureau urges people to adopt the life-saving habit of checking their back seats before walking away from their vehicles. Every
SE Uplift has launched a how-to guide designed to help people build a rapid response network, an organized group of neighbors who agree to show up—fast—when a neighbor needs help.
Starting a Rapid Response Network Read More
Sidestreet Arts host the exhibit Undercurrents Monday, June 1-Sunday, June 28, including First Friday with the artists—Denise Krueger, Tamara Goldsmith, Natasha Ramras and Joanne Licardo—June 5, 5-7 pm. In literary
Undercurrents Exhibit Read More
Portland-based filmmaker Onyx Baird is bringing her debut documentary to local audiences for the first time with Amrita: An Evening in Honor of the Bees. The fundraiser screening event takes
Curiosity Kids programs at OMSI allow children ages 3-5 years old, along with their families, to explore early science and engineering concepts. These bilingual programs are designed to build STEAM
Gigantic Brewing and Drenchtown present the inaugural The Elements of Hip Hop Invitational Saturday, June 13, 12-10 pm at Gigantic Brewing, 5224 SE 26th Ave. The day-long event celebrates the
Hip Hop Invitational Read More
June is Pride Month and The Marie Equi Center is presenting Kink Out Loud, an event celebrating sexual health and wellness. The day-long celebration of queer community, pleasure, harm reduction,
BwPCon! is Books with Pictures’ minicon, a one-day free event featuring a wide range of local artists all gathered to show off their stuff Saturday, June 13, 11 am-7 pm.
82nd Avenue Business AssociationBy Nancy Chapin We celebrated our 48th Anniversary in May at the wonderful APANO space. A buffet lunch was provided by Tiburon Jaroco Mariscos, Van Hanh and
Business Association Notes – June 2026 Read More
Portland-based instrumental surf-garage-psych project Trabants celebrates the release of their latest cinematic psychedelic experience Mirage at Music Millennium (3158 E Burnside St.) Saturday, June 13, 5 pm. Orchestrated by musical
Trabants Album Release Read More
Cheer on local amateur bakers at Pix Patisserie’s The Big Portland Bake Show this summer. Pix is recreating the celebrated Great British Bake Off; their version will bring six amateur
The Big Portland Bake Show Read More
Join Chamber Music Northwest (CMNW) for Confluence: Our Shared Voices, their 2026 summer festival that transcends cultural, geographical and political boundaries Thursday, June 25-Sunday, July 19. Celebrate musical traditions that
CMNW Summer Festival Read More
Dave Weich, founder of Portland-based Sheepscot Creative, has launched a new podcast, Work-Shaped Life, exploring one of the defining questions of our time: how do you build a satisfying career
By Ellen Spitaleri Laura Masterson loves growing food for people, and in 1996, when she moved to a house with a double, oversized lot on SE 47th Ave. in the
CSA Farm-Share Program in Woodstock Offers Shareholders Year-Round Bounty Read More
By Amanda Howell Tucked at the back of the historic Ford Building against the train tracks on SE 11th Ave., it’s easy to miss Rose City Rec Room (RCRR), a
Rose City Rec Room Offers Fitness For Real Life Read More
Buckman Community AssociationBy Susan Lindsay At the May 14 General Meeting, former county commissioner Sharon Meieran, physician and former ER doctor who served for the past eight years before term
Neighborhood Notes – June 2026 Read More
By David Krogh Most people have a general understanding of what support groups attempt to accomplish. And they tend to be useful for a variety of different types of situations.
Emotional Support Animals: Anonymous Fuzzball Comics + Workbook Read More
By Amelia Barker So, you’ve mastered the art of growing veggies and want to explore another realm of the gardening world? Or perhaps you’re interested in inviting more pollinators into
How to Add Flowers to Your Vegetable Garden Read More
By Sandy Miller Free Geek, a beloved SE Portland institution for over 25 years, is growing and expanding with the digital age. “We’re moving to a larger location so we’ll
Free Geek Expands Service to Promote Digital Equality Read More
The word longevity conjures images of a long life. Most of us understand it also implies an active, healthy one. The modern term healthspan captures this more precisely—it refers to
Healthspan: Living Well, Not Just Long Read More
To the Editor: First, thank you for the coverage of this proposed facility. Wireless infrastructure is required for the lifestyle that we have communally and commonly adopted, even if not
Letter to the Editor – June 2026 Read More
By Daniel Perez-Crouse The first round of TriMet’s service cuts to balance its major budget deficit will go into effect on August 23. Here is a breakdown of why this
The Impact of TriMet’s Service Cuts in SE Portland Read More
By Madeleine Voth On the corner of SE 82nd Ave. in Portland’s Montavilla neighborhood, a cluster of newly installed small, standalone shelter units now sit behind new fencing and fresh
Harrison Community Village Soon to Open its Doors to Residents Read More
By Francesca “Frankie” Silverstein As of Monday, May 18, paving is underway on 82nd Ave. between SE Clinton and SE Brooklyn streets. Throughout weekdays in May, the asphalt on the
Construction on 82nd Ave. Paves the Way For a Safer Street Read More
By State Representative Rob Nosse By the time you read this the dust will have settled on the May primary election though we know for sure that Christine Drazan will
Representatively Speaking – June 2026 Read More
Clinton Street Coffeehouse (2706 SE 26th Ave.) will be displaying a collection of paintings from Gary Carter Green Saturday, May 2-Sunday, May 31, 7 am-4 pm. The works include paintings
By Ellen Spitaleri For years Pat Lando and Pete Muñoz had a goal: provide nutrient-rich fertilizer to local home gardeners and small growers in a sustainable way. They knew it
Nutrient Recovery Services Offers Sustainable Fertilizers Read More
The Pacific Northwest premiere of Brown Face, written by Carissa Atallah and directed by Mia Torres Garcia, is the final production of Milagro’s Season42: Fuerza en Familia—a slate of works
Brown Face at Milagro Read More
In May, Alberta Rose Theatre presents three tribute shows, starting with Ramble On (Led Zeppelin Tribute) + Who’s Next (The Who tribute) Friday, May 8, 8 pm. Ramble On aspires
By Megan Orton Many of us are increasingly wishing that our kids and tweens could have a way to communicate with friends and family without the worry of handing over
An Easy Way to Turn an iPhone Into a Kid Phone Read More
If strolling around a neighborhood enjoying wine is your thing, listen up. Two east side Portland business associations are hosting wine walks this month, starting with the Division Clinton Business
Music Together of Portland invites families to experience the joy and magic of music this spring and early summer. Create memories that will last a lifetime, and connect with other
By Kai Blanchard-Ambrose, Franklin High School’s The Franklin Post Portland has a wide variety of libraries, ranging from big to small and historic to modern. Quite notably, since 2011, the
Street Books: Portland’s Library on Wheels Read More
Leikam Brewery, in collaboration with Rain Dragon Studio, is happy to present their sixth Clay Sculpture Workshop in their Community Room (5812 E Burnside St.) Sunday, May 17, 4-7 pm.
Make Your Own Dude or Demon Read More
Saturday, May 16-Sunday, May 17 (10 am-5 pm each day) the Mt. Tabor Art Walk returns for its 19th year. The local show and sale is a Portland favorite and
By Sandy Miller The City of Portland pioneered the practice of naming Heritage Trees in 1994, when the first such tree, an American elm, was officially designated by the City
Portland’s Heritage Trees: Living Landmarks Read More
Foster Area Business AssociationBy Chris Correnti Foster Summer Soirée is back for 2026! Mark your calendars, neighbors. The Foster Summer Soirée returns Saturday, June 13, 12-6 pm for an afternoon
Business Association Notes – May 2026 Read More
Tomorrow Theater’s May lineup includes a handful of films and the latest edition of Carte Blanche. Starting off Saturday, May 9, 7 pm is Twister: CineWhimsy – An Immersive 4D
May at Tomorrow Theater Read More
By Portland Parks & Recreation For over 50 years, community gardens across Portland have been places people return to. Not for the same reasons, but there’s a similar pull. Belonging,
Seeds and Stories: Six Voices From Portland Community Gardens Read More
GOBLINKO, a Portland-based creative powerhouse and lifestyle brand by artists Sean and Katie Äaberg, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for their new tabletop dark fantasy roleplaying game (RPG), LowLife. Expanding
Roleplaying Game Kickstarter Campaign Read More
Linda Austin, along with visiting artists Renée Archibald and Lisa Uddin, shares solo research toward a new group performance (premiering in 2027) Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16, 7:30
A Shared Evening of Dance Read More
Saturday, May 23, 1:30 pm Tristy Taylor presents Dream Theater: Embodying the Wisdom of Your Dreams, a two-hour immersive workshop designed to bring dreams out of sleep and into embodied,
Experimental Workshop Read More
Buckman Community AssociationBy Susan Lindsay The May 14 Buckman Community Association meeting features special guests Multnomah County Commissioners Julia Brim Edwards and Shannon Singleton. Both Commissioners are running for the
Neighborhood Notes – May 2026 Read More
By David Krogh What do you get when you take a civil litigation lawyer who pursues a Masters degree in Liberal Arts (literature)? You get a poet. SE Portland resident
The official Earth Day may have passed but that doesn’t mean you can’t make every day Earth Day in one way or another. The City of Portland has put together
Make Earth Day Every Day Read More
Portland is currently in the middle of peak spring migration season for birds. Residents and commercial buildings can help the millions of birds migrating across North America by reducing light
Help Protect Migrating Birds Read More
As I stand at the fence, transfixed by the myriad of dogs in various stages of play, chase, wrestling and rest, I sense a smile on my face and awe
Healthy Vitality: Being On Your Own Side Read More
The May 19 Primary Election in Multnomah County includes candidates for Metro Council and federal, state and judicial positions. All registered voters in Multnomah County will receive a ballot for
Voting Assistance Available Read More
By Ian Smith, OnPoint Community Credit Union Escalating grocery, energy, housing and childcare costs are causing many people to rely on credit to cover everyday expenses. This growing reliance is
Understanding the Difference Between Good and Bad Credit Read More
The City Bike Bus, a group of adults riding to downtown from various parts of the city on designated routes, returns this year. Based on the idea of a group
City Bike Bus Returns For Summer Read More
By Francesca “Frankie” Silverstein AT&T’s proposal for a new wireless facility near the intersection of SE 52nd Ave. and E Burnside St. is sparking controversy among locals. If the proposal
Proposed Burnside Wireless Facility Sparks Controversy Read More
The City of Portland has launched a new public graffiti dashboard to track graffiti reports and cleanup efforts citywide. The tool increases transparency, helps prioritize response and allows residents and
Report Graffiti and Track Cleanup Efforts Read More
The public is invited to celebrate a milestone birthday for the Burnside Bridge Saturday, May 30, 12-5 pm. As the bridge turns 100 (officially on May 28), it’s time to
Burnside Bridge Centennial Celebration Read More
By Madeleine Voth It is rare to see a street name change. The process is often more effort than it is worth, and when it does happen, it is usually
Renaming Questions Resurface Around César E Chavez Blvd. Read More
The emerald ash borer is an invasive beetle that kills North American ash trees, including Oregon ash. According to Metro, the first was found in Oregon in Forest Grove in
Slow the Spread of the Emerald Ash Borer Read More
By State Representative Rob Nosse I had a town hall in April with my colleagues, representative Mark Gamba and state senator Kathleen Taylor. Our city’s mayor Keith Wilson graciously moderated
Representatively Speaking – May 2026 Read More
If you’re struggling to pay for tree care on your private property, the City of Portland may be able to help. The new Tree Care Assistance program provides income-qualified property
Tree Care Assistance Available Read More
