Art Exhibition
Upcoming show at the Multnomah Arts Center (visit website)
September 19 – October 18, 2025
Front & Center Galleries: The biannual MAC Instructors’ Exhibition.
First Friday in Multnomah Village
First Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local!
Traffic Safety Event on Vermont St
MON 10/13 COMMUNITY TRAFFIC SAFETY EVENT ON VERMONT ST (8:00AM)
Join friends, family and neighbors in the Multnomah, Hayhurst, and Maplewood communities for a community traffic safety event. Adult volunteers RSVP and report to SW 50th Ave & Vermont St at 8:00am. Receive signage to display that encourages drivers to slow down and yield at crosswalks in this school zone as well as the Vermont corridor toward Gabriel Park to the west and including the 45th & Vermont St intersection. Build community, meet neighbors and promote safe routes to school. Registration is limited to adult participants (Registration link coming soon). Contact: community@westhills-montessori.com
MNA General Meeting
Join us! The Multnomah Neighborhood Association meets 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
We offer Hybrid meetings. Register for Zoom participation, get in-person location information and view meeting materials at mnapdx.org/meetings.
Art Exhibition
Upcoming show at the Multnomah Arts Center (visit website)
October 24 – November 29, 2025
Center Gallery: Jere Grimm, 2D & 3D works.
Woods Memorial Natural Area Stewardship Event
Join Portland Parks & Recreation and Friends of Woods Park to remove invasively growing non-native species in Woods Memorial Natural Area. Removing invasively growing species enhances wildlife habitat and encourages regeneration of native plant species to prevent erosion and water runoff. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature.
Please bring your own water bottle, wear closed toe shoes, and dress for the weather. Instructions, tools, and gloves will be provided. For the safety of staff and other volunteers, please stay home if you are feeling sick.
Registration is required! Visit event website
Trick or Treat in Multnomah Village
The Multnomah Village Business Association’s (MVBA) annual Halloween event! Trick or treat, costume parade. Details here. Learn about planning car free trick or treating on your own street following this event here. Not trick or treating? Sign up to volunteer to support the event here.
Car Free Trick or Treating (plan your own)
PLAN YOUR OWN CAR FREE TRICK OR TREATING
Use the online guide to learn how to plan your street's own car free trick or treating using a free PBOT Block Party permit. Its a win-win-win that increases pedestrian safety, provides opportunities to meet neighbors and strengthens community. Trick or treating has unique potential to foster intergenerational connection and participation--a real TREAT for all ages! The road closure to through traffic can be short (e.g., 5-8pm) and allows for local neighbor access, deliveries, and emergency vehicles. Neighbors at home handing out candy report enjoying knowing to expect trick or treaters. For what other event can you participate by staying in or going out?! Instructions are relevant for all Portland neighborhoods. Contact Multnomah Neighborhood Association: contact@mnapdx.org
First Friday in Multnomah Village
First Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local!
MNA General Meeting
Join us! The Multnomah Neighborhood Association meets 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
We offer Hybrid meetings. Register for Zoom participation, get in-person location information and view meeting materials at mnapdx.org/meetings.
First Friday in Multnomah Village
First Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local!
MNA General Meeting
Join us! The Multnomah Neighborhood Association meets 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
We offer Hybrid meetings. Register for Zoom participation, get in-person location information and view meeting materials at mnapdx.org/meetings.
Traffic Safety Event on Vermont St
MON 3/30 COMMUNITY TRAFFIC SAFETY EVENT ON VERMONT ST (8:00AM)
Join friends, family and neighbors in the Multnomah, Hayhurst, and Maplewood communities for a community traffic safety event the morning children are returning to school after spring break. Adult volunteers RSVP and report to SW 50th Ave & Vermont St at 8:00am. Receive signage to display that encourages drivers to slow down and yield at crosswalks in this school zone as well as the Vermont corridor toward Gabriel Park to the west and including the 45th & Vermont St intersection. Build community, meet neighbors and promote safe routes to school. Registration is limited to adult participants (Registration link coming soon). Contact: community@westhills-montessori.com
MNA General Meeting
Join us! The Multnomah Neighborhood Association meets 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
We offer Hybrid meetings. Register for Zoom participation, get in-person location information and view meeting materials at mnapdx.org/meetings.
Village Park Concert
First Friday: Concert Series
Brenna Larsen 5-6:30PM
Brenna Larsen, with roots in the outskirts of Portland, Oregon, embodies the essence of a true troubadour, captivating audiences with her heartfelt performances and soulful melodies.
LaRhonda Steele 6:30-8PM
LaRhonda Steele, a Blues and gospel singer and songwriter, is recognized as one the region's best rhythm and blues vocalists. She has been dubbed "The First Lady of Portland Blues”—a title of leadership that she lives up to as she shares songs that carry forth directly from her soul and spiritual life-force.
Art Exhibition
Upcoming show at the Multnomah Arts Center (visit website)
September 5 – October 25, 2025
Front Gallery: A group exhibition by the Portland Zine Symposium.
Family Picnic in Spring Garden Park
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun. Friends of Spring Garden Park has arranged this public invitation to a schedule of summer family picnic meetups from late May through August 2025. Save the dates and come when you can! No RSVP needed. Splashpad is open June (around PPS release date) through Labor Day weekend. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org
Tue May 20. Mon Jul 14
Mon Jun 9. Tue Aug 5
Wed Jun 18. Thr Aug 21
Wed Jul 2. Wed Aug 27
Family Cycling Event!
Free bike events for the whole family! MPC is working with B.I.K.E and John Benenate to put on 3 cycling events for families. This will be focused on helping new riders learn and building skill and confidence in more advanced riders. John is recruiting bike professionals from around Portland to be a part of this event to help encourage families to travel by bike. Legacy Emmanuel will also be at 2 of the events fitting kids with $8 helmets. These events are free, family friendly, open to the public, and non-religious.
REGISTER AHEAD: HERE
Family Picnic in Spring Garden Park
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun. Friends of Spring Garden Park has arranged this public invitation to a schedule of summer family picnic meetups from late May through August 2025. Save the dates and come when you can! No RSVP needed. Splashpad is open June (around PPS release date) through Labor Day weekend. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org
Tue May 20. Mon Jul 14
Mon Jun 9. Tue Aug 5
Wed Jun 18. Thr Aug 21
Wed Jul 2. Wed Aug 27
Gabriel Park 5K Fun Run
5K Fun Run Series 2025
May 4 at Fernhill Park
June 8 at Lents Park
July 13 at Columbia Park
August 17 at Gabriel Park
Fun Run Schedule
On race day, participants can time themselves using our sports clock and every finisher gets a ribbon!
7:45 am - Check-in and bib pick-up begins
8:45 am - Competitive 5K Race starts
9:20 am - Kids Fun Run 1K or 2K for children 8 years old and younger
9:40 am - All Participant 5K Fun Run starts
Join us for music, kid's activities, raffle prizes, and vendors! This season, Parks & Recreation Fitness in the Park will be providing Zumba classes to be held from 9:30am-9:50am and 10:20am-10:50am. Come try Zumba before or after your 5k Fun Run!
Multnomah Days 2025
One of the oldest street fairs in Portland! Brought to you by the Multnomah Village Business Association. About the event
This beloved annual event incorporates a one-day open-air family-friendly street festival with 120+ vendor booths, a community parade, live music, street entertainers, art, food & beverage carts - plus outdoor street dining.
Click here for more about Multnomah Days from the Multnomah Village Business Association
General Questions: contact MVBA.info@gmail.com
We look forward to seeing you there!
Art Exhibition
Upcoming show at the Multnomah Arts Center (visit website)
August 8 – September 13, 2025
Center Gallery: Avery Nielsen Webb, photography.
Family Picnic in Spring Garden Park
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun. Friends of Spring Garden Park has arranged this public invitation to a schedule of summer family picnic meetups from late May through August 2025. Save the dates and come when you can! No RSVP needed. Splashpad is open June (around PPS release date) through Labor Day weekend. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org
Tue May 20. Mon Jul 14
Mon Jun 9. Tue Aug 5
Wed Jun 18. Thr Aug 21
Wed Jul 2. Wed Aug 27
Family Cycling Event!
Free bike events for the whole family! MPC is working with B.I.K.E and John Benenate to put on 3 cycling events for families. This will be focused on helping new riders learn and building skill and confidence in more advanced riders. John is recruiting bike professionals from around Portland to be a part of this event to help encourage families to travel by bike. Legacy Emmanuel will also be at 2 of the events fitting kids with $8 helmets. These events are free, family friendly, open to the public, and non-religious. July 19, Aug 2, Aug 23 (12-1:30pm).
REGISTER AHEAD: HERE
Level-Up in Outer Space with Dinosaur O'Dell!
Level-Up in Outer Space with Dinosaur O'Dell! Fri Aug 1, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Capitol Hill Library. Join Dinosaur O'Dell for science songs about the solar system! Whether learning about a solar eclipse, exploring our galaxy, or speaking space alien, this adventure through space is packed with fun.
"Learning hasn’t been this groovy since Schoolhouse Rock.” - School Library Journal
This event is first come, first served. Program is intended for kids in preschool - 5th grade, but the fun is for everyone!
https://multcolib.org/events-classes/level-outer-space-dinosaur-odell-1
First Friday in Multnomah Village
First Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local!
Movie in Spring Garden Park (Summer Free For All)
Save the date and learn more about this program at https://www.portland.gov/parks/arts-culture/summer-free-all/cultural-events
Garage Sale Day
Over 90 sales are registered on our event map within the Multnomah Neighborhood. Join the fun as neighbors coordinate to host their garage sales on the same day this summer, Sunday, July 20th, 2025!
Click Here to register your sale or get more info (and view/download printable event map or digital google map)
Give your knickknacks a new home, find some funky home decor and get to know your neighbors!
Kindness Rocks (rock painting)
Sat Jul 19
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hillsdale Library
Paint and decorate a rock to put out in your neighborhood to spread kindness and create community connections. Bring your own clean rock or use one we provide. Designed for ages 8-12.
Family Cycling Event!
Free bike events for the whole family! MPC is working with B.I.K.E and John Benenate to put on 3 cycling events for families. This will be focused on helping new riders learn and building skill and confidence in more advanced riders. John is recruiting bike professionals from around Portland to be a part of this event to help encourage families to travel by bike. Legacy Emmanuel will also be at 2 of the events fitting kids with $8 helmets. These events are free, family friendly, open to the public, and non-religious.
REGISTER AHEAD: HERE
Street Mural Refresh Painting Community Event **RESCHEDULED
***RESCHEDULED FROM JUNE 21 TO JULY 19 DUE TO WEATHER
RSVP now on our sign up sheet to volunteer! On Saturday JULY 19*** we're hosting a free, family friendly community event to "refresh" the existing street mural “Multnomah Mola” by Amaranta Colindres at SW 36th & Canby with a fresh coat of paint. At the link below find info all sorts of volunteer roles and ways to help. You can also donate a gallon of paint!
RSVP/SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE
This event is brought to you by Multnomah Neighborhood Association with financial support from a District Four Coalition grant and neighbor donations of time and funds. Thank you to our local event sponsors Sherwin-Williams , Annie Bloom's Books , Fat Kitty Ramen , John's Marketplace , Level Beer , Multnomah Vision Clinic , Parrotdice Guitars, Thinker Toys , and huge thanks to Mark and the crew for lunch provided by Tastebud ! Multnomah Village
This generosity in combination with your donations make our community events possible--Thank you!
Learn more about the original installation of this mural, the 2023 MNA Street Art Project:
https://www.mnapdx.org/streetartproject
Event contact Alisha Barker: a.barker96@gmail.com
Family Picnic in Spring Garden Park
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun. Friends of Spring Garden Park has arranged this public invitation to a schedule of summer family picnic meetups from late May through August 2025. Save the dates and come when you can! No RSVP needed. Splashpad is open June (around PPS release date) through Labor Day weekend. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org
Tue May 20. Mon Jul 14
Mon Jun 9. Tue Aug 5
Wed Jun 18. Thr Aug 21
Wed Jul 2. Wed Aug 27
Border Collie International Performing Canine Team!
Border Collie International Performing Canine Team! Sat, Jul 12, 2-3pm @ Capitol Hill Library. Come enjoy the delights presented by a team of rescued Border Collies! They're bound to entertain and educate through demonstrations of various sports, world-class frisbee tricks, dancing, and skits. BARKING mad fun at your local library!
This event is first come, first served.
Red Yarn & the Critters!
Red Yarn & the Critters: Game On!
Sat Jul 12
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hillsdale Library
In this high-energy music & puppet show, acclaimed Portland family performer Red Yarn will perform classic "play-party" songs (folksongs with built-in games and dances) alongside engaging roots-rock originals. Meanwhile, in their puppet skits, Red Yarn & his Critters will explore themes of teamwork, friendship and leveling up our collaborations.
MNA General Meeting
Join us! The Multnomah Neighborhood Association meets 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month.
Meetings are open to the public. Everyone is welcome.
Hybrid meeting: In person at Riversgate Church 7634 SW Capitol Hwy or Online via Zoom. Register for online participation and view meeting materials at mnapdx.org/meetings
Family Picnic in Spring Garden Park
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun. Friends of Spring Garden Park has arranged this public invitation to a schedule of summer family picnic meetups from late May through August 2025. Save the dates and come when you can! No RSVP needed. Splashpad is open June (around PPS release date) through Labor Day weekend. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org
Tue May 20. Mon Jul 14
Mon Jun 9. Tue Aug 5
Wed Jun 18. Thr Aug 21
Wed Jul 2. Wed Aug 27
Juneteenth: Black Superheroes Craft Fair
Juneteenth: Black Superheroes Craft Fair
Fri Jun 27
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hillsdale Library
This Juneteenth we are celebrating freedom and the fight for justice with a Black Superheroes Craft Fair! Black Superheroes make the world a better place for everyone, so join us for a fun afternoon of crafting in your favorite superhero costume! In this Black Superheroes Craft Fair, we will have superhero button making and cape and mask decorating. Then try out the laser maze and take a picture at our superhero photobooth!
Art Exhibition
Upcoming show at the Multnomah Arts Center (visit website)
June 27 – August 2, 2025
Center Gallery: A group show by Speck, a cartoonist collective.
Juneteenth: Freedom Libraries, A Racial Justice Sit-In
Juneteenth: Freedom Libraries, A Racial Justice Sit-In
Wed Jun 25
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Hillsdale Library
On Sunday, June 24, the governing Council of American Library Association (ALA) passed a historic resolution that “apologizes to African Americans for wrongs committed against them in segregated public libraries.” In honor of this moment, the Hillsdale Library will have a Library Sit-In. Let’s find strength in each other - join us for a Library Sit-In.
Stewardship Event in Spring Garden Park
Sign up to join May/June Stewardship Events in Spring Garden Park! All are invited to get outside, enjoy nature, and help care for your local park. Volunteers will be working in the garden beds and along the soft surface pathways, sometimes on uneven ground. Tools, gloves, and project instructions will be provided. Family-friendly, all ages. Everyone is welcome and no experience is necessary.
SIGN UP https://app.smartsheet.com/.../691d3113b62d4fd79eca21935c...
These events are year round and ongoing, brought to you by the Friends of Spring Garden Park Committee of the Multnomah Neighborhood Association with Portland Parks and Recreation. Contact: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org / kayla.miles@portlandoregon.gov
Ebooks and Audiobooks at the Library (Class)
Enhance your summer reading with this class on "Ebooks and Audiobooks at the Library" Mon Jun 23, 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM, Hillsdale Library. Did you know that Multnomah County Library offers an extensive digital collection of e-books, comics, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more? Access and download the library on your mobile device. Learn how to access, and much more!
REGISTER AHEAD https://multcolib.org/events-classes
Jazz for the Whole Family
Sat Jun 21
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hillsdale Library
Newel Briggs and his band perform lively jazz that is good for the soul and will make everyone get off their chairs and start movin’ to the groove!
This event is first come, first served.