June is jumping in our beautiful neighborhood! Embrace the return of sunshine by attending our upcoming General Meeting on June 10 and loads of events happening around.
KNA General Meeting - June 10, 6:30pm-8:30pm
What: This General Meeting’s agenda includes
Annual elections for our Board of Directors — voting will take place at the start of the meeting
A discussion about proposed changes to our Bylaws — this is a community feedback session; a vote for adoption will not be held
And more
Where: Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave, or online
How: Come in person or join via Zoom. All are welcome.
Please join us in these conversations on the future of the KNA and Kenton!
More About the KNA Board of Directors Election on June 10
Eleven Kentonians are running to serve on the KNA Board of Directors. There may be more who add their names to the ballot at the meeting as write-in candidates — maybe you’ll be one of them!
Elections will take place at the start of the meeting. Anyone 18 years or older who lives, leases, rents, and/or owns any real property within Kenton is eligible to run and vote. Voting will take place over multiple rounds.
Your voice matters — join our efforts to make a positive impact in Kenton!
Good News
Welcome La Bonita!
A new restaurant has opened in downtown Kenton. Located at 8233 N Denver Ave, La Bonita is a family-owned business serving up food for the people. Their menu features iconic Mexican dishes, handmade corn and flour tortillas, and vegetarian options. Take a peek >
Events & Happenings
Kenton Farmers Market
Courtesy of Kenton Farmers Market
When: Wednesdays, June 3-September 30, 3pm-7pm
Where: N McClellan St & Denver Ave
The Kenton Farmers Market returns for another season on June 3! Find fresh produce, hot food, live music, recipe demonstrations, and special events throughout the season. Cash, credit/debit cards, and SNAP/Oregon Trail EBT benefits are accepted.
Volunteers Needed at the Kenton Rose Garden
When: Saturday, June 20, 9:30am-12pm
Where: Kenton Rose Garden, N Interstate Ave & N McClellan St
Lend a hand to help keep this community space beautiful and in bloom. No experience or green thumbs required to prune and deadhead roses.
Juneteenth Celebration at the Kenton Library
Courtesy of Kenton Library
When: Saturday, June 20, 3pm-4pm
Where: Kenton Library, 8226 N Denver
Celebrate Juneteenth with the Kids Junk Orchestra’s Musical Journey. Enjoy original music that will take you on a musical journey, from Blues and Jazz to Hip Hop at this family event.
Kenton Community Bike Ride
Courtesy of Bike Summer 2026
When: Saturday, June 27, 9:30am-12:00pm
Where: Meet & end at Kenton Park, near the restrooms
Join friends and neighbors for a fun and social family-friendly ride starting at Kenton Park and cruising around North Portland to enjoy the fun and fantastical things that make our local community great. Riders of all levels are welcome. Save the date for more rides every 4th Saturday through October!
Summer is the Time to Respond to the Neighborhood Noise Survey
A community noise survey is being distributed with the Kenton Connect newsletter. All residents and business owners in the Kenton and Portsmouth neighborhoods are eligible to participate. The goal of the survey is to put a human face on the data. Completed surveys can be returned to one of these locations through August 1st:
Kenton Library (8226 N Denver Ave)
Kenton Firehouse (8105 N Brandon Ave; mail slot located on N Schofield St side of the building)
There will also be an online option using a unique code identifier corresponding to each physical survey. See the survey in your edition of Kenton Connect for details.
Additional copies of the Kenton Connect and Noise Survey will be available at the Kenton Library.
Save the Date
Saturday, July 18: Bike riding workshops, safety demos, helmet fitting, and more at the North Portland Neighborhood Bike Fair at Peninsula Elementary.
Saturday, July 25:Free for All Concert in Kenton Park, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Live music by Soul Vaccination, face painting, lawn games, food vendors, and more. Come early to grab a spot and play!
Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9: Mark your calendars and start planning for the Annual Kenton Neighborhood Community Garage Sale. Register your sale and purchase a yard sign by July 26 >
Sunday, August 16:Kenton Street Fair in downtown Kenton. Live music, food & artisan vendors, free admission.
Community Bulletin
Improved Process to Report a Noise Complaint: To file a noise complaint online,visit the noise concerns webpage, and scroll down to the progress bar graphic beginning with “Complaint source.” Answer the questions below and continue all prompts. Noise complaints can also be sent via email: noisecomplaints@portlandoregon.gov.
Did you know? Portland International Raceway noise complaints are now tracked as “Cars & Vehicle” with a specific type of noise concern, “Motor Sports International Raceway.” This summer’s PIR Noise Variance races are listed in the Kenton Connect newsletter.
Kenton Connect Newsletter: Copies of our printed newsletter are being delivered to residences right now. Keep an eye on your doorstep for your copy. Don’t want to wait? Check out the digital version >
