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Take a Stroll along the Ainsworth Linear Arboretum

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-20

NE Ainsworth Street boasts a living tree library, the Ainsworth Linear Arboretum. You can explore it right from the sidewalk in the Woodlawn, Vernon, and Concordia neighborhoods of northeast Portland, Oregon. From their website: “When the Ainsworth Linear Arboretum started in 2005, there were only six species of trees represented in the Ainsworth medians in just four genera: maples, ash, oak, and beech. Today, that near monoculture has been greatly

Pedalpalooza North/Northeast Portland History Bike Ride August 3, 2024

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-12

Pedalpalooza Bike Summer North/Northeast Portland History Ride End location: Dekum Triangle / Woodlawn Farmer’s Market Join us for a history tour through North and Northeast Portland. We will stop at multiple locations of interest including Mississippi Avenue, Peninsula Park, and Dekum Triangle, where volunteers will speak to the history of these sites. Feel free to stay longer at the Woodlawn Farmers Market or at one the many adjacent bars/restaurants.

Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” in the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater — FREE!

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-12

The Canon Shakespeare Company will be presenting free performances of William Shakespeare’s play, “Twelfth Night,” in the Woodlawn Park Amphitheater for three weekends this July—July 12th-14th, 19th-21st, and 26th-28th. Friday and Saturday performances start at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m. From the Canon Shakespeare Company website: “Who’s ready for a beach day?! When Viola is stranded in Illyria after a devastating shipwreck, she assumes a new

Minutes for July 2024 WNA General Meeting

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-06

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association General Meeting Agenda Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 7:00 pm Please make every effort to join us In Person at Classic Foods: 817 NE Madrona Or join the meeting online via Zoom (now with improved audio): https://zoom.us/j/3014662210?pwd=d3VKbXkzVldqYzNWU2RwVm9OUkZyZz09 Meeting ID: 301 466 2210 , Passcode: WNA Streamed/recorded on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@woodlawnneighborhoodassoci5818 Welcome and Vision: “In the future, Woodlawn will be a place where people live harmoniously, respectfully,

Save the Date — National Night Out Party — August 6, 2024

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-05

Join your family, friends, and neighbors for a FREE National Night Out Party sponsored by the Woodlawn Neighborhood Association. August6, 2024 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Free food, games, music, and fun all around. The Woodlawn Community Garden will be open for tours, too. This annual event is part of Party On Portland, these events are a great way to get to know your neighbors, learn about cool things

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association T-Shirt Fundraiser! More Shirts Now Available!

Nancy Flynn 2024-07-01

We have more shirts for sale! We have partnered with a local Woodlawn screen printer via 501(c)(3) Cada Casa to organize a T-shirt fundraiser for the Woodlawn Neighborhood Association (WNA). T-shirts are $25 each, $15 of which will go directly to the WNA. Sizes are standard gender-neutral adult, high-quality soft 100% cotton material and run true to size. The design and color are pictured below. Funds raised from this project

Save the Date: FREE Movie in the Park(ing Lot)—Encanto—July 11, 2024 at 7 p.m.

Nancy Flynn 2024-06-29

The Woodlawn Neighborhood Association (WNA) will be hosting our first ever FREE Movie in the Park(ing Lot) event. Thanks to your votes, the winner is Encanto! The Movie in the Park(ing Lot) will start at 7 p.m. Thursday evening, July 11, 2024. Come early to grab your spot in the parking lot of For Good and Company, 6360 NE MLK Blvd. Bring your own chairs or blankets, snacks, whatever

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association July 2, 2024 Agenda

Nancy Flynn 2024-06-26

Woodlawn Neighborhood Association General Meeting Agenda Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 7:00 pm Please make every effort to join us In Person at Classic Foods: 817 NE Madrona Or join the meeting online via Zoom (now with improved audio): https://zoom.us/j/3014662210?pwd=d3VKbXkzVldqYzNWU2RwVm9OUkZyZz09 Meeting ID: 301 466 2210 , Passcode: WNA Streamed/recorded on our Youtube channel: youtube.com/@woodlawnneighborhoodassoci5818 Welcome and Vision: “In the future, Woodlawn will be a place where people live harmoniously,

Woodlawn Neighborhood Clean Up — Sunday, June 30, 2024

Nancy Flynn 2024-06-24

Woodlawn Neighborhood Clean Up Woodlawn Neighborhood Association and Local Buy Nothing Groups are teaming up on the day after our Woodlawn, King, Sabin Dumptser Day to do a neighborhood and surrounding areas clean up event. Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. Meeting Location: Meet at Woodlawn Park on the Dekum side before the playground. Address:

Dumpster Day Comes to Woodlawn on June 29, 2024

Nancy Flynn 2024-06-23

It is that time of year again—time to clean out and clean up. This year’s Dumpster Day for the King, Sabin, and Woodlawn neighborhoods will take place on Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. —or until the dumpsters are full! And, like last year, the event will be held at For Good and Company at 6360 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Cars should enter from