It’s officially summer! Well, almost. While the Summer Solstice is on June 20, warmer weather has finally arrived and the kiddos will be enjoying summer break in just a few days. Also returning for another season are the Kenton Farmers Market, volunteering with the Kenton Rose Garden, and the KNA’s annual General Meeting. Keep scrolling for more!
Annual General Meeting
The Kenton Neighborhood Association General Meeting takes place annually in June. There the KNA board and residents gather to elect new KNA Board members and officers, provide updates, share resources, discuss solutions to pressing issues, and create opportunities to gather and build community. Regular monthly meetings still happen every 2nd Wednesday at the same location.
Join us for our General Meeting!
When: Wednesday, June 11, 7pm-8:30pm
Where: Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave
Learn more and access meeting materials here >
Come in person or join via Zoom. All are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Events & Happenings
Flyer courtesy of Kenton Farmers Market
Kenton Farmers Market
When: Wednesdays June 4 thru September 24, 3pm-7pm
Where: N Denver Ave & N McClellan St
Find fresh produce, delicious meals, and artisan products at the Kenton Farmers Market. Plus, live music, fun food-related educational activities, and special events throughout the season. Sign up for the Shopper Loyalty Card to earn cash to spend with the vendors. Cash, credit/debit cards, and SNAP/Oregon Trail EBT benefits are accepted. Learn more here >
Flyer by KNA
Spring Plant Sale
When: Saturday, June 7, 10am-1pm
Where: 2043 N McClellan St
Cost: Most plants - $1
We're hosting a plant sale and fundraiser for the Kenton Rose Garden! Swing by to purchase locally-sourced veggie starts, native plants, ornamentals, house plants, and more. All proceeds will support the rose garden's water bill, allowing them to keep the lovely roses healthy all summer long. Questions? Contact knachair@gmail.com.
Flyer courtesy of Kenton Rose Garden
Kenton Rose Garden’s 2025 Volunteer Days
When: July 8 @ 6pm & June 24 @ 9:30am
Where: N Interstate Ave & N McClellan St (across from Peninsula Pet Clinic)
Come help maintain our lovely Kenton Rose Garden throughout the summer! No experience needed: Deadheading is easy and the caretakers will teach anyone interested in learning. Clippers and gardening gloves are available, but volunteers are encouraged to bring their own. Sign up here >
Save the Date!
Concert in the Park Summer Free For All: Saturday, July 26, 4pm-8:30pm @ Kenton Park
Annual Kenton Neighborhood Community Garage Sale: Saturday, August 9 (9am-4pm) & Sunday, August 10 (9am-12pm). Register here!
Kenton Street Fair: Sunday, August 17 @ Downtown Kenton
Community Bulletin
Curious Savage at Twilight Theater Company: May 23-June 8 @ 7515 N Brandon. Learn more >
Trashy Hour at Mayfly: Sunday, June 29, 11am-12pm @ 8350 N Fenwick Ave., Mayfly/Fenwick Plaza. More info >
Public Service Announcements
Kenton: Connects Newsletter
The latest edition of the Kenton: Connects is here! The newsletter is packed with the latest news in our neighborhood, including the transformation of the former Dancin’ Bear building into the new home of Friends of Noise, spotlights on local businesses, updates about the PIR Raceway and Zenith Energy, volunteer opportunities, and more. Read it when it’s delivered to your mailbox this month, or get the digital version here!
Peninsula Poop Patrol Volunteers Needed
Do you like to bring your dogs and or children to the field at Peninsula Elementary School during the summer? Help us keep the field open for the community by clearing it of stray poo-mines this summer by volunteering for the Poo Patrol! As a thank you, folks who participate are entered into our thank you raffle. Sign-up to volunteer here >
Welcome West Coast Diner!
Kenton welcomes a new restaurant: West Coast Diner. Located at 3101 N Lombard Street, this recently-opened diner serves up classic American breakfast dishes and lunch fare. Open daily, 8am-3pm. Check them out! Learn more here >
