Get ready to make a splash at the 2024 Fred Meyer Junior Parade!

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Greetings from the Rose Festival!

Get ready to make a splash at the 2024 Fred Meyer Junior Parade! With the deadline fast approaching, it’s time to take action and secure your spot in this iconic event by finalizing your registration before April 26th, 2024.

Why wait? Seize this opportunity to shine on television and showcase your creativity to the world. Whether you’re representing a community group, dance team, sports team, or school class, this is your chance to be part of something truly special.

Don’t let this moment pass you by. Complete your application now:

– Community Entry Application

– Dance/Drill/Baton Entry Application

Looking for tips to make your entry stand out? Join us at our Float-Building Workshop on Saturday, May 18th, where you’ll gain invaluable insights and inspiration.

And remember, the magic of the parade wouldn’t be possible without volunteers like you. Join us in making this event a success for everyone involved!

Need assistance? Reach out to Lynn Weigand, our dedicated Special Projects Manager at LynnW@rosefestival.org. She’s here to support you every step of the way.

Thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication to making the 2024 Fred Meyer Junior Parade unforgettable. Let’s create lasting memories together!

Warm regards,

Arial Muesing (they/them)

Special Events Intern

PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL FOUNDATION

Office: 971-308-9996

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First Thursdays on Fremont Street

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Support our local neighborhood business community and head over to Fremont for First Thursdays on Fremont!

The Beaumont Business Association (BBA) is starting an event series called “First Thursdays on Fremont Street” beginning Thursday, May 2nd and running through Thursday, September 5th. Businesses along Fremont will be celebrating the warmer weather with special events for you! A list of all businesses participating will be posted on the BBA’s instagram (@bbapdx), where you can find more information about what your favorite businesses have planned ahead of time. However, if you happen to find yourself along Fremont on the first Thursday of the month,  be on the lookout for balloons in front of all participating businesses!

Come on out and spread the word!

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Rose City Golf Course Trail Project Kickoff Meeting – two opportunities to join

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Interested in the Rose City Park Golf Course Trail? There are two opportunities to learn more and give your feedback!
On April 25th, Portland Parks & Recreation’s is hosting the Rose City Golf Course Trail Project Kickoff Meeting. This is a virtual meeting. See meeting information below.
On May 28th, the project team will be at the Rose City Park Neighborhood Association General Meeting. This will be in person at the German American Society from 5:30-7:30pm. You will be able to learn more and have more time to give feedback.
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Rose City Park Golf Course frontage along NE Tilamook street. Shows two rows of trees in sunshineJoin the Project Kickoff Meeting!

Thursday, April 25, 2024
Rose City Golf Course Trail Project Kickoff Meeting

Come meet the project team, and learn about project goals and opportunities. We are excited to embark on this journey to create a new trail along the golf course, and need your input to make it a success!

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, April 25, 2024
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: Virtual Meeting on Zoom
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87821495956

Your Input Matters:

This kickoff meeting is just the beginning of our engagement process! We want to hear from you as we develop the trail location, surface, and meaningful elements of engagement along the trail. Your feedback will shape the future of this project and ensure that the trail meets the needs and desires of our community.

Your input will help inform
Trail Location:
Help us identify the best route for the trail and areas of interest along the way.

Trail Surface:
Share your preferences for trail surfaces and amenities that will enhance your experience.

Engagement Elements:
We are eager to hear your ideas for bench placement, signage options, and other features that will make the trail inviting and accessible to all.

Spread the Word:

Please help us spread the word about this important kickoff meeting! Share this invitation with your friends, family, and neighbors, and encourage them to join us in shaping the future of the Rose City Park Trail. Remind them to sign up for the project email list to get all updates and invites.

We look forward to your participation and input at the kickoff meeting. Together, we can create a trail that reflects the values and aspirations of our community.

Thank you for your support!

Need Accommodations?
To request accommodations for this meeting, please contact Community Engagement Coordinator at jenna.stathopoulos@portlandoregon.gov or 503-201-6567.

This project is funded by the 2019 Metro Regional Parks & Nature Bond Local Share and will provide a new trail around the perimeter of the Rose City Golf Course and Rose City Park.

Learn more about the Rose City Golf Course Trail Project

map of Rose City Golf Course and Rose City park

Portland Parks & Recreation
Jenna Stathopoulos
503-201-6765  |  jenna.stathopoulos@portlandoregon.gov

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Bid Now! Rose City Neighborhood Preschool Online Auction

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Neighborhood Preschool Fundraiser

RCNP is housed in the Rose City Park United Methodist Church Building at NE 58th and Alameda and has been a fixture in the neighborhood for over 50 years educating generations of kids. We now have alumni parents bringing their own kids to RCNP! Our annual auction helps raise money to keep this unique parent-run cooperative preschool running. Follow the website link to find great deal on restaurants, play spaces, birthday packages, sporting events, garden supplies, the list goes on!

Visit their online auction at https://rcnp.betterworld.org/auctions/rcnp-spring-auction-2024 for great deals from local businesses, including many of your favorites from our neck of the woods!

Thank you and happy bidding

 

Rose City Park Preschool Online Auction

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Community Event available to Rose City Park Neighborhood – Climate Candidate Forum – Thurs. April 18

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The Portland chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is hosting a candidate forum for candidates in the race to be Oregon District 03’s next US House of Representative. This district includes Rose City Park and CCL has invited members of our neighborhood to their event. At the forum, candidates will be answering questions on climate change.

Title: Climate Candidate Forum for Oregon District 03
Date: Thurs, April 18th
Location: Taborspace, 5441 SE Belmont St Portland, OR 97215
Time: Forum begins at 7pm, Doors open at 6pm

Description:
With the retirement of Rep. Earl Blumenauer, voters in Oregon District 03 will have the opportunity to elect a new Congressional representative to send to Washington D.C. Come hear candidates answer questions on their commitment to climate change and other climate-related issues. This forum is hosted by the Portland chapter of the nonprofit Citizens’ Climate Lobby and will be moderated by KGW Chief Meteorologist Matt Zaffino. Registration is not required but encouraged.  

Registration: https://lu.ma/2r17rlpv
Thank you!

 

Submitted by Judy Jiang, volunteer with the Portland chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL)
Portland CCL Facebook
Citizens’ Climate Lobby

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