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Resource: Utility Discount Programs

Discounts, Assistance & Voluntary Environmental Programs for Multnomah County Residents Note: Most programs that are income-based are available to households at or below 60% of the State Median Income (SMI). Current limits (effective Oct. 1, 2025) are approximately $38,385/year for 1 person and $73,817/year for a family of four. When applying, ask to be screened<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/resource-utility-discount-programs/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"Resource: Utility Discount Programs"</span></a>
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2026-06-28 East Portland Sunday Parkways

Experience the joy of open streets at East Portland Sunday Parkways Presented by Kaiser Permanente on June 28. On this page, you’ll find information about the East event route, what to expect at the event, street closure information, and more. More info about Sunday Parkways From https://www.portland.gov/sunday-parkways/east-event-2026  Last updated 3/20/2026 Portland Sunday Parkways Presented by<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-06-28-east-portland-sunday-parkways/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-06-28 East Portland Sunday Parkways"</span></a>
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2026-07-24 Summer Free for All concert at Parklane Park

Kevin Selfe and The Tornadoes – Blues ensemble performing upbeat originals and fun rock and roll covers. Starting at 6:30 pm at Parklane Park, SE 155th and Main. More info about free events in the parks this summer From https://www.portland.gov/parks/news/2026/5/19/portland-parks-recreations-summer-free-all-returns-2026 Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R)is excited to announce an amazing series of Summer Free for All<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-07-24-summer-free-for-all-concert-at-parklane-park/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-07-24 Summer Free for All concert at Parklane Park"</span></a>
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Community Events

2026-05-06 Parklane Park Garden of Weedin’

More info HERE. Join the Garden of Weedin’ and help us keep Parklane Park in bloom! May 6, 2026 9:00 am-11:00 am Volunteer with us! Help us tend to this beautiful new park in SE Portland. Join PP&R for monthly, family-friendly volunteer events at Parklane Park to help weed and prune garden beds, mulch plants<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-05-06-parklane-park-garden-of-weedin/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-05-06 Parklane Park Garden of Weedin’"</span></a>
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Community Events

2026-05-29 Bike Fair

Event Details Where: Parklane Elementary School, 15811 SE Main St, Portland, OR 97233   When: Friday, May 29, 2026, 2:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Activities are FREE and there’s something for everyone, including:  Participants are encouraged to bring their own bikes. There will be bikes of various sizes available for children and adults to borrow for the Learn<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-05-29-repair-cafe-and-clothing-swap/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-05-29 Bike Fair"</span></a>
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City of Portland Community

2026-05-02 Bulky Waste Collection

Saturday, May 2 10 am-3 pm Adonai Church, 650 SE 139th Ave. Another opportunity for getting rid of trash and stuff!! Computers, TVs, batteries, tires, paint, chemicals, and regular garbage. By Guerreras Latinas
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Community Events

2026-05-02 Repair Cafe and Clothing Swap

When: Saturday, May 2, 10 am – 1 pm.Repair item check-in: 10 am – noon (checked in items repaired until 1 pm).Where: The Rockwood Center, 17805 SE Stark St. Text below from City of Gresham. Join us for a morning of fixing, learning and fun! Check the calendar event Clothing swap Clothing swap theme: Clean summer<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-05-02-repair-cafe-and-clothing-swap/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-05-02 Repair Cafe and Clothing Swap"</span></a>
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2026-04-25 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade

Content below from East PDX News. It’s time once again for the 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade, this year on Saturday, April 25th. Story and photos by David F. Ashton It hardly seems that it was two decades ago when a small band of plucky volunteers floated the idea of holding a springtime parade up S.E.<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/2026-04-25-82nd-avenue-of-roses-parade/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"2026-04-25 82nd Avenue of Roses Parade"</span></a>
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2026-04-25 Neighborhood Plant Swap

Bring plants, seeds, books, decor, and tools, and swap for great things you’ll find! Please label plants with ideal growing conditions; no invasives, please. Questions? Email outreach@eastrose.org or call Karen at 503-929-7170.
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In Portland, a ‘World Cup’ for immigrant girls uses the joy of sport to counter ICE fears

By CLAIRE RUSH (Associated Press) via OPB March 31, 2026 6 a.m. “Push!” “Press!” “Good ball!” As the volunteer soccer coach shouted words of motivation, one of his players nudged the ball past the opposing team’s goalie and into the net, prompting the sideline to erupt in cheers. This was the scene Sunday in Portland, Oregon, at<a href="https://centennialcommons.info/in-portland-a-world-cup-for-immigrant-girls-uses-the-joy-of-sport-to-counter-ice-fears/">Continue reading <span class="sr-only">"In Portland, a ‘World Cup’ for immigrant girls uses the joy of sport to counter ICE fears"</span></a>
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