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March 2025 News: Streets of Possibility, Mayor Speaks at Ankeny Alley, & Portland in the Streets Annual Report
We’re shining a light quite literally on the ceremonial lighting of the new Great Light Way at Ankeny Alley. Take a look at the Streets of Possibility showcase, where presenters brought bold ideas for Portland's future. Plus, get the latest insights from the Portland in the Streets 2024 Report!
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Winter Light Festival Comes to Plazas & a Special Look at the Play Streets Program
PBOT Street Plazas February 2025 Newsletter featuring information about the 10th annual Portland's Winter Light Festival and Portland in the Streets Play Street Program.
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The 2024 Plaza Report is Here! Plus Winter Light Festival and More!
Happy New Year from the PBOT Public Street Plaza Team! Our first 2025 issue highlights the 2024 Annual Plaza Report, exciting Winter Light Festival happenings at the plazas, a new improvement to PSU's Montgomery Plaza, and upcoming events..
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Plazas December Newsletter: Building Stronger Together
December's newsletter covers an amazing partnership with the Ankeny Alley Association and a highlight of 2024 in pictures.
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Street Plazas November Newsletter- Plazas & Beyond: Expanding Community Connections Across Portland
This month, we’re highlighting some incredible happenings across Portland's plazas and beyond, from neighborhood celebrations at Concordia Commons to a powerful public art initiative bringing community together against gun violence.
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Street Plazas October Newsletter: Lounge Lab, Plaza Improvements, and Fall events
Learn about Lounge Lab, new improvements to plazas, events, and more this fall!
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Street Plazas September Newsletter: Seasonal Plazas, Coraline Cats, Music, and More!
Portland’s plazas continue to flourish, thanks to a series of innovative initiatives and vibrant public spaces that are redefining how we experience our city. From the introduction of PBOT’s Seasonal Plaza Pilot Program to the whimsical Coraline's Curious Cat Trail, there’s something for everyone!
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Street Plazas August Newsletter - Plaza for Healing, Community, and Revitalization
As summer reaches its peak, our PBOT Public Street Plazas are buzzing with activity and vibrant community spirit. In this month’s newsletter, we highlight the exciting events and initiatives that are making our plazas the heart of community life on Portland's streets.
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Street Plazas July Newsletter: Fresh New Street Murals and 2024 Survey!
This July, our plazas come to life with an array of community led events and activities, from live music and outdoor markets to art installations, street paintings, and dance parties, making them destinations to experience the richness of Portland street life.
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Spring is here and plazas are in bloom!
Highlighting events, a new guest piece from the community, and our survey on NW 13th Ave Plaza
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February Plaza Newsletter
Winter Lights come to the plazas and Darcelle XV Plaza update.
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January Newsletter and 2023 Annual Report
Our January newsletter. Featuring the 2023 Annual report, a year in pictures, and a new art installation for Portland's Winter Lights Festival.
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December Newsletter: Holiday events, new planters, and a very special plaza partnership
PBOT Public Street Plaza Program's December newsletter. Featuring holiday events, new planters, and a very special plaza partnership with Ground Score Association.
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November Newsletter: Spotlighting St Johns Plaza
PBOT Public Street Plaza Program's November newsletter. Featuring upcoming events and a spotlight on St Johns Plaza.
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Fall in Love with Portland Public Street Plazas
PBOT Public Street Plaza Program's October newsletter. Featuring upcoming events and a spotlight on Pride Plaza's new street painting and pop-up music events.
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It's Still Summer in the Plazas
PBOT Public Street Plaza Program's end of summer newsletter details events happening in Portland Public Street Plazas in September and a new street mural in Dream Street Plaza.
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