Centennial Mills demolition

Following a major fire, contractors plan to begin demolishing a warehouse on Northwest Naito Parkway on Monday, August 17, using controlled explosions. Safety is our top priority. More information

Portland and the federal government

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Events

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Reuse Craft Workshops & Meetups, hosted by SCRAP Creative Reuse (paid)

SCRAP offers hands‑on workshops and classes that help you turn everyday, reclaimed materials into creative projects—no experience needed. Whether you’re crafting with friends, learning something new, or exploring sustainable artmaking, SCRAP’s programs make creativity accessible to everyone.

10:00 am 5:30 pm
Community event
SCRAP Creative Reuse sign in SCRAP's front window.View full size image

Home repair, electrical, plumbing, and woodworking classes, hosted by ReBuilding Center (paid, sliding scale)

Whether you rent or own your home, ReBuilding Center offers hands-on classes that teach you how to make both small and large repairs, from basic plumbing and electrical work to fixing drywall and refinishing wood.

5:30 pm 8:30 pm
Community event
Wood sign that says ReBuilding Center ClassesView full size image

Sewing Machine Consultations, hosted by Repair PDX (paid, sliding scale)

Learn about your sewing machine, troubleshoot an issue, or find out how to maintain & care for your machine with Repair PDX.

4:00 pm 6:15 pm
Community event
Image shows 3 sewing machines next to a Repair PDX logo. Repair PDX logo reads "spreading repair culture."View full size image

SW Green Dumpster Day, hosted by Multnomah Neighborhood Association

Bring your usable furniture, electronics (working or not), scrap metal and appliances, vehicle tires (no rims), mattresses, box springs, and more. Local organizations will be on hand to collect, recycle, repurpose, and reuse as much as possible.

9:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
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Hedron Repair Cafe, hosted by Repair PDX and Hedron Hackerspace

Volunteers will be fixing broken small appliances and electronics, and mending clothing.

12:00 pm 3:00 pm
Community event
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Sashiko Mending Workshop, hosted by Repair PDX (paid)

Learn to mend your clothing using the traditional Japanese visible mending art of sashiko embroidery. Sashiko is an embroidery technique that stabilizes and reinforces mends in fabric while adding beautiful embellishment.

10:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
Jeans with sashiko embroidery.View full size image

Learn to Darn, hosted by Repair PDX (paid, sliding scale)

Learn how to mend holes or tears in knitwear, from socks to sweaters!

10:00 am 12:30 pm
Community event
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Garage Sale 2026, hosted by Consignment Collective

Join Consignment Collective for a one-day fundraising sale featuring hand-selected clothing, shoes, and accessories from Portland consignment shops.

10:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
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Puzzle Exchange, hosted by the Portland Puzzle Exchange

A monthly puzzle exchange in NE Portland where you bring puzzles you’ve completed and exchange them for others brought by fellow puzzlers.

11:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
People look at boxes of puzzles laid out on a table marked "1000."View full size image

Concordia Neighborhood Garage Sale, hosted by Concordia Neighborhood Association

Find one-of-a-kind treasures at great prices at this neighborhood-wide yard sale!

9:00 am 3:00 pm
Community event
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Rose City Park Neighborhood Garage Sale, hosted by Rose City Park Neighborhood Association

Find one‑of‑a‑kind treasures at great prices at this annual neighborhood-wide yard sale!

10:00 am 2:00 pm
Community event
A rack of used clothing an a handmade sign saying "garage sale."View full size image

Repair Café at Leaven Community House, hosted by Repair PDX

Repair PDX volunteers will be fixing broken small appliances, repairing bikes, and mending clothing.

12:00 pm 3:00 pm
Community event
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Boise Neighborhood Garage Sale, hosted by Boise Neighborhood Association

Find one-of-a-kind treasures at great prices at this neighborhood-wide yard sale!

9:00 am 2:00 pm
Community event
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Lost (reused) Art Show, hosted by Community Warehouse

Join Community Warehouse for the Lost Art Show, a one-night celebration of art, reuse, and community impact.

5:30 pm 7:30 pm
Community event
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Puzzle Exchange, hosted by the Portland Puzzle Exchange

A monthly puzzle exchange in NE Portland where you bring puzzles you’ve completed and exchange them for others brought by fellow puzzlers.

11:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
People look at boxes of puzzles laid out on a table marked "1000."View full size image

Puzzle Exchange, hosted by the Portland Puzzle Exchange

A monthly puzzle exchange in NE Portland where you bring puzzles you’ve completed and exchange them for others brought by fellow puzzlers.

11:00 am 1:00 pm
Community event
People look at a table of 500 piece puzzle boxes.View full size image

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