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PP&R presents the First Annual East Portland Summer Arts Festival

Free and open to all. Rose City native esperanza spalding headlines July festival at Ventura Park - the first annual event's theme is music and expression.

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Join the Urban Forestry Commission

Joining the Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) is one of the most effective ways community members can help advocate and care for our city’s urban forest!

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UPDATE: Temporary, partial closure of PP&R’s Eastbank Esplanade ends June 17, 2022

The floating portion of the walkway will reopen on the morning of June 17, 2022, as river levels have dropped. The area was temporarily closed and marked with signage and fencing.

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Portland Parks & Recreation outdoor pools to open amid aquatics staff shortage

The seven outdoor pools open June 22, 2022, for summer; joining four indoor, year-round facilities. PP&R seeks lifeguards and swim instructors!

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