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PP&R Wedding Reservations For Dates in 2025!
In-person applications for weddings in PP&R parks have priority starting Monday, January 6, at 8 am
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Volunteers Needed For Portland Parks & Recreation’s 21st annual No Ivy Day
Have fun and help protect Portland’s treasured parks and natural areas!
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Prepare Your Trees for Winter Weather
Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry staff share tips and resources
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Free Trees for All Portlanders!
Portland Parks & Recreation is hosting its 8th annual Yard Tree Giveaway event series. Learn more and register now at www.portland.gov/trees/tree-planting/free-trees
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Join The Celebration of Gateway Green’s Completion, October 5
Portland Parks & Recreation and partners welcome all to celebrate the completion of Gateway Green’s final improvements and enjoy Take Your Kid Mountain Biking Day, presented by NW Trail Alliance.
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New Washington Park South Entry Complete: Signature gateway is open for all visitors
The reimagined entrance has greatly improved the experiences of both park visitors and the world-renowned cultural institutions which call Washington Park home.
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Join Portland Parks & Recreation for Portland Arbor Day 2024
Saturday, October 12, at Glenfair Park in East Portland
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Golfing Is Good To Goat at Eastmoreland Course
Grass-munching, natural lawnmowers on site at hole #13
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Mt Tabor Park Dog Off-Leash Area Maintenance to Begin Soon
Portion of popular dog area temporarily closed for improvements
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Public opinion research shows strong support for Portland parks, improving satisfaction with city as a whole
Portlanders want to continue investing in city parks, according to public opinion research released today by the City of Portland
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Farragut Park Improvements Completed
New splash pad, basketball court, toddler playground, restrooms open for use!
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Caring for Trees During Hot Weather
Essential Tips from Portland Parks & Recreation’s Urban Forestry Department
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City of Portland Considers Extension to Large Tree Amendment of City’s Tree Code, Title 11
The amendment is up for a possible extension. It has played a vital role in preserving the city's largest trees and enhancing urban canopy cover. It is currently set to expire at the end of 2024.
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City Parks Alliance Elects Portland Parks & Recreation Director Adena Long to Board of Directors
The City Parks Alliance board brings expertise from the public, private, and non-profit sectors to support the CPA’s vision.
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Portland Parks & Recreation’s East Portland Summer Arts Festival Returns for 2024
Parks Local Option Levy funds make the third annual festival possible, featuring headliners Allen Stone, Sheila E.
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Pier Pool Closed Temporarily for Major Repairs
North Portland outdoor pool has a broken water line; crews looking into repairs; pool must remain closed for summer 2024
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Vibrant Communities Commissioner Dan Ryan Allocates Funding for New Splash Pad at Kenilworth Park
With this funding, the splash pad project can proceed! The community engagement and outreach phase is anticipated to begin in late 2025.
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Portland Parks & Recreation’s Free Lunch + Play Returns for 2024!
Parks Local Option Levy funds thousands of free meals with games and activities in parks
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Portland Parks & Recreation Outdoor Pools Open for Summer on June 20
Portland Parks & Recreation's popular outdoor pools open for the season starting Thursday, June 20, 2024, and run through late summer. To help meet community demand, all of the City’s outdoor pools have extended operating hours this year!
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