Aug2021Events

Community events calendar

Through Aug. 31
POP-UP ARBORETA
Location: Woodlawn Park, 13th Avenue & Dekum Street

The park is transformed into an arboretum full of educational, enjoyable, immersive experiences. The Pop-Up Arboreta Program showcases the treasured trees with interactive & informative signs. Scavenger hunts offer unique ways to connect with nature in urban forests. Download a tree journal & scavenger hunts for a variety of ages & audiences.

Details: portland.gov/trees/get-involved/arboreta

Wednesday, Aug. 4, 3-7pm
FREE Canoe & Kayak Rentals
Location: Whitaker Ponds, 7040 NE 47th Ave

Experience the wonders & wildlife of the slough up close with the new, free canoe & kayak rental program offered by Columbia Slough Watershed Council.
Registration: columbiaslough.org/events-list/canoe-amp-kayak-rentals-free-m56s4-h77y3

Thursdays, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 26, 4-8 pm
CULLY FARMERS MARKET
Location: 5011 NE 42nd Ave.

The market features affordable & healthy food, live music, crafts & activities for youths & adults.

Details: Facebook.com/cullyfarmersmarket, CullyFarmersMarket@gmail.com

Saturdays, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28, 10am-2pm
WOODLAWN NEIGHBORHOOD FARMERS MARKET
Location: Dekum Street & Durham Avenue

Check the website for vendor details. Again this year, the market matches SNAP benefits (i.e., food stamps) dollar for dollar to as much as $15 each market day.

Details: woodlawnfarmersmarket.org, Facebook.com/woodlawnneighborhoodfarmersmarket

Thursday, Aug. 19
RACE TALKS
Location: Virtual

“What can I do to be a better ally to the communities that I am not a part of?” View the pre-recorded workshop with 5-10 friends &/or family members for your own discussion group.

Details/registration: racetalkspdx.com.

Saturdays, Aug. 21 & 28, 2-4pm
FOOD PANTRY
Location: 5209 NE 22nd Ave.

Sharon Seventh Day Adventist Church hosts the Food Pantry the last two Saturdays each month with restrictions & strict adherence to physical distancing procedures.

Details: sharonsda.net, office@sharonchurch.comcast.biz.net

Saturday, Aug. 21, 10am-4pm
FREMONT FEST
Location: Fremont Street between

Details: In progress – visit facebook.com/beaumontbba

Thursday, Aug. 26
Last Thursday
Location: Alberta Street & online
Street closures aren’t in the offing this summer, but planning is in progress for celebrating Last Thursdays.

Details: lastthursdayportland.org

Friday, Aug. 27, 8-9pm
Bat Night
Location: Whitaker Ponds, 7040 NE 47th Ave

Explore the fascinating world of bats with Columbia Slough Watershed Council expert Elaine Murphy. Begin with an introductory video link on bats, then join others at dusk to watch bats in action as they emerge from their daytime roosts.

Details/registration: columbiaslough.org/events-list/bat-night-2020